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hollering vs shout

shout vs hollering

hollering and shout both are nouns.

hollering is not a verb while shout is a verb.

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

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