cry vs outcry

cry and outcry both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cry	Yes	No	Yes	No
outcry	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, cry and outcry are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of cry include call, shout, vociferation, yell.

As verbs, cry and outcry are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of cry include call out, cry out, exclaim, shout.

cry (noun)	outcry (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition	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)	outcry (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain	utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
bring into a particular state by crying	shout louder than
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