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hollering vs outcry

outcry vs hollering

hollering and outcry both are nouns.

hollering is not a verb while outcry is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hollering Yes No No No
outcry Yes No Yes No
As nouns, outcry is a hypernym of hollering; that is, outcry is a word with a broader meaning than hollering:
  • hollering: a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
  • outcry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of hollering include call, cry, shout, vociferation, yell.
hollering (noun) outcry (noun)
a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
hollering (verb) outcry (verb)
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
shout louder than
Difference between hollering and outcry

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