outcry vs shout

outcry and shout both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
outcry	Yes	No	Yes	No
shout	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, outcry and shout are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of outcry include call, cry, vociferation, yell.

As verbs, outcry and shout are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of outcry include call out, cry, cry out, exclaim.

outcry (noun)	shout (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition	a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

outcry (verb)	shout (verb)
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy	utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)
shout louder than	utter a sudden loud cry
	utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
	use foul or abusive language towards