vocalization vs cry

cry vs vocalization

vocalization and cry both are nouns.

vocalization is not a verb while cry is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
vocalization	Yes	No	No	No
cry	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, cry is a hyponym of vocalization; that is, cry is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than vocalization:

vocalization: the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
cry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

Other hyponyms of vocalization include roll call, call, outcry, shout, vociferation, yell, yell, croak, croaking, exclaiming, exclamation, expletive, groan, moan, ahem, hem, howl, howling, ululation, laugh, laughter, mumble, paging, profanity, pronunciation, exultation, jubilation, rejoicing, sigh, suspiration, snarl, speaking, speech production, speech, splutter, sputter, rasp, rasping, growling.

vocalization (noun)	cry (noun)
the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract	a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication	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

vocalization (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

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