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cry vs growl

growl vs cry

cry and growl both are nouns.

cry and growl both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
growl Yes No Yes No
As nouns, growl is a hyponym of cry; that is, growl is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than cry:
  • cry: the characteristic utterance of an animal
  • growl: the sound of growling (as made by animals)
cry (noun) growl (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition the sound of growling (as made by animals)
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) growl (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
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 growl

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