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hue and cry vs outcry

outcry vs hue and cry

hue and cry and outcry both are nouns.

hue and cry is not a verb while outcry is a verb.

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

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