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whoop vs outcry

outcry vs whoop

whoop and outcry both are nouns.

whoop and outcry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
whoop Yes No Yes No
outcry Yes No Yes No
As nouns, outcry is a hypernym of whoop; that is, outcry is a word with a broader meaning than whoop:
  • whoop: a loud hooting cry of exultation or excitement
  • outcry: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Other hypernyms of whoop include call, cry, shout, vociferation, yell.
whoop (noun) outcry (noun)
a loud hooting cry of exultation or excitement a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
whoop (verb) outcry (verb)
shout, as if with joy or enthusiasm utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
cough spasmodically shout louder than
Difference between whoop and outcry

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