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cry vs require

require vs cry

cry is a noun but require is not a noun.

cry and require both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
require No No Yes No
As verbs, require is a hypernym of cry; that is, require is a word with a broader meaning than cry:
  • cry: demand immediate action
  • require: have need of
Other hypernyms of cry include need, want.
cry (noun) require (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) require (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain make someone do something
bring into a particular state by crying consider obligatory; request and expect
utter a sudden loud cry have need of
proclaim or announce in public require as useful, just, or proper
utter a characteristic sound
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
demand immediate action
Difference between cry and require

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