cry vs yell

cry and yell both are nouns.

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

As nouns, cry and yell are synonyms defined as:

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

As nouns, cry and yell are synonyms defined as:

cry and yell: a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

As verbs, cry and yell are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of cry include call, holler, hollo, scream, shout, shout out, squall.

cry (noun)	yell (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition	a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a fit of weeping	a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
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)	yell (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain	utter or declare in a very loud voice
bring into a particular state by crying	utter a sudden loud cry
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