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outcry vs screech

screech vs outcry

outcry and screech both are nouns.

outcry and screech both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
outcry Yes No Yes No
screech Yes No Yes No
As nouns, screech is a hyponym of outcry; that is, screech is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than outcry:
  • outcry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
  • screech: sharp piercing cry
outcry (noun) screech (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition sharp piercing cry
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
outcry (verb) screech (verb)
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy utter a harsh abrupt scream
shout louder than make a high-pitched, screeching noise
Difference between outcry and screech

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