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cry vs crying

crying vs cry

cry and crying both are nouns.

cry is not an adjective while crying is an adjective.

cry is a verb but crying is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
crying Yes Yes No No
cry (noun) crying (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
a fit of weeping
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
the characteristic utterance of an animal
cry (adjective) crying (adjective)
conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
demanding attention
cry (verb) crying (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
bring into a particular state by crying
utter a sudden loud cry
proclaim or announce in public
utter a characteristic sound
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
demand immediate action
Difference between cry and crying

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