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cry vs motto

motto vs cry

cry and motto both are nouns.

cry is a verb but motto is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
motto Yes No No No
As nouns, motto is a hypernym of cry; that is, motto is a word with a broader meaning than cry:
  • cry: a slogan used to rally support for a cause
  • motto: a favorite saying of a group, organization or individual
Other hypernyms of cry include catchword, shibboleth, slogan.
cry (noun) motto (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a favorite saying of a group, organization or individual
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) motto (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 motto

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