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cry vs screaming

screaming vs cry

cry and screaming both are nouns.

cry is not an adjective while screaming is an adjective.

cry is a verb but screaming is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
screaming Yes Yes No No
As nouns, screaming is a hyponym of cry; that is, screaming is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than cry:
  • cry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
  • screaming: sharp piercing cry
cry (noun) screaming (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition sharp piercing cry
a fit of weeping a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
the characteristic utterance of an animal
cry (adjective) screaming (adjective)
marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
so extremely intense as to evoke screams
resembling a scream in effect
cry (verb) screaming (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 screaming

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