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emit vs cry

cry vs emit

emit is not a noun while cry is a noun.

emit and cry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
emit No No Yes No
cry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, cry is a hyponym of emit; that is, cry is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than emit:
  • emit: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
  • cry: utter a sudden loud cry
emit (noun) cry (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
emit (verb) cry (verb)
expel (gases or odors) shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words) bring into a particular state by crying
give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc. 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 emit and cry

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