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roaring vs cry

cry vs roaring

roaring and cry both are nouns.

roaring is an adjective but cry is not an adjective.

roaring is not a verb while cry is a verb.

roaring is an adverb but cry is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
roaring Yes Yes No Yes
cry Yes No Yes No
As nouns, cry is a hypernym of roaring; that is, cry is a word with a broader meaning than roaring:
  • roaring: a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
  • cry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of roaring include call, outcry, shout, vociferation, yell.
roaring (noun) cry (noun)
a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a deep prolonged loud noise 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
roaring (adjective) cry (adjective)
very lively and profitable
roaring (verb) cry (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
bring into a particular state by crying
utter a sudden loud cry
proclaim or announce in public
utter a characteristic sound
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
demand immediate action
roaring (adverb) cry (adverb)
extremely
Difference between roaring and cry

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