Dictionary Check: cry

"cry" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

Example: "the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
noun

a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

Example: "a cry of rage"
Synonyms:
noun

a slogan used to rally support for a cause

Example: "a cry to arms"
noun

a fit of weeping

Example: "had a good cry"
noun

the characteristic utterance of an animal

Example: "animal cries filled the night"
verb

utter a sudden loud cry

Example: "she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"

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