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hiss vs outcry

outcry vs hiss

hiss and outcry both are nouns.

hiss and outcry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hiss Yes No Yes No
outcry Yes No Yes No
As nouns, outcry is a hypernym of hiss; that is, outcry is a word with a broader meaning than hiss:
  • hiss: a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
  • outcry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of hiss include call, cry, shout, vociferation, yell.
hiss (noun) outcry (noun)
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
hiss (verb) outcry (verb)
make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
express or utter with a hiss shout louder than
show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
move with a whooshing sound
Difference between hiss and outcry

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