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clamor vs shout

shout vs clamor

clamor and shout both are nouns.

clamor and shout both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clamor Yes No Yes No
shout Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shout is a hypernym of clamor; that is, shout is a word with a broader meaning than clamor:
  • clamor: loud and persistent outcry from many people
  • shout: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of clamor include call, cry, outcry, vociferation, yell.
clamor (noun) shout (noun)
loud and persistent outcry from many people a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a loud harsh or strident noise
clamor (verb) shout (verb)
utter or proclaim insistently and noisily utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)
make loud demands utter a sudden loud cry
compel someone to do something by insistent clamoring utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
use foul or abusive language towards
Difference between clamor and shout

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