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cry vs vocalization

vocalization vs cry

cry and vocalization both are nouns.

cry is a verb but vocalization is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
vocalization Yes No No No
As nouns, vocalization is a hypernym of cry; that is, vocalization is a word with a broader meaning than cry:
  • cry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
  • vocalization: the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
Other hypernyms of cry include utterance.
As nouns, vocalization is a hypernym of cry; that is, vocalization is a word with a broader meaning than cry:
  • cry: a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
  • vocalization: the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
Other hypernyms of cry include utterance.
cry (noun) vocalization (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract
a fit of weeping the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
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) vocalization (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 vocalization

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