Across various works of medieval literature, the term "shright" appears principally as a verbal expression denoting a sharp, sudden cry or shout, often connoting an atmosphere of alarm or intense emotion. In one notable usage, Chaucer’s text conveys a sense of prolonged dread associated with nocturnal cries—the speaker recounts that an owl, named Ascaphilo, "shright alle thise nightes two" [1][2]. In another context, the directive "Shright Emelie" portrays the term as an imperative call to action, which is further reinforced by its description of a loud, resonant sound that accompanies dramatic scenes [3][4]. Scholarly discussion even emphasizes its verbal nature, clarifying that while it has been misappropriated as a noun in some interpretations, its function is inherently verbal [5][6][7][8]. Thus, "shright" not only illustrates the auditory dimension of dramatic expression but also highlights evolving debates over its precise grammatical status in literature.