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cry vs express feelings

express feelings vs cry

cry is a noun but express feelings is not a noun.

cry and express feelings both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
express feelings No No Yes No
As verbs, express feelings is a hypernym of cry; that is, express feelings is a word with a broader meaning than cry:
  • cry: shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
  • express feelings: give verbal or other expression to one's feelings
Other hypernyms of cry include express emotion.
cry (noun) express feelings (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
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 (verb) express feelings (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain give verbal or other expression to one's feelings
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 express feelings

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