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require vs cry

cry vs require

require is not a noun while cry is a noun.

require and cry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
require No No Yes No
cry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, cry is a hyponym of require; that is, cry is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than require:
  • require: have need of
  • cry: demand immediate action
require (noun) cry (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a fit of weeping
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
the characteristic utterance of an animal
require (verb) cry (verb)
make someone do something shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
consider obligatory; request and expect bring into a particular state by crying
have need of utter a sudden loud cry
require as useful, just, or proper proclaim or announce in public
utter a characteristic sound
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
demand immediate action
Difference between require and cry

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