The term 'make oneself heard' can be solved by three different crossword solutions: YELL (4 letters), SHOUT (5 letters), and TALKUP (6 letters). Yelling is a loud, sharp cry usually used to express strong emotion. Shouting is a louder version of speaking, often used to get someone's attention. Talkup is an informal term meaning to speak positively or enthusiastically about something. All three terms refer to ways of making oneself heard, either through volume or enthusiasm.