yell vs cry

yell and cry both are nouns.

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

As nouns, yell and cry are synonyms defined as:

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

As nouns, yell and cry are synonyms defined as:

yell and cry: a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

As verbs, yell and cry are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of yell include call, holler, hollo, scream, shout, shout out, squall.

yell (noun)	cry (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition	a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)	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

yell (verb)	cry (verb)
utter or declare in a very loud voice	shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
utter a sudden loud cry	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