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clamor vs yell

yell vs clamor

clamor and yell both are nouns.

clamor and yell both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clamor Yes No Yes No
yell Yes No Yes No
As nouns, yell is a hypernym of clamor; that is, yell is a word with a broader meaning than clamor:
  • clamor: loud and persistent outcry from many people
  • yell: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of clamor include call, cry, outcry, shout, vociferation.
clamor (noun) yell (noun)
loud and persistent outcry from many people a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a loud harsh or strident noise a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
clamor (verb) yell (verb)
utter or proclaim insistently and noisily utter or declare in a very loud voice
make loud demands utter a sudden loud cry
compel someone to do something by insistent clamoring
Difference between clamor and yell

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