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CRIES Synonyms

There are 39 synonyms of the word cries. (exact relations)
There are 30 hypernyms of the word cries. (close relations)
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bellows
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (used in the plural) a mechanical device that blows a strong current of air; used to make a fire burn more fiercely or to sound a musical instrument

bawls
verb, nounv, n
verb

• shout loudly and without restraint

• make a raucous noise

• cry loudly

howls
verbv
noun

• a long loud emotional utterance

• the long plaintive cry of a hound or a wolf

• a loud sustained noise resembling the cry of a hound

verb

• emit long loud cries

• cry loudly, as of animals

• make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles

• laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

laments
verbv
noun

• a cry of sorrow and grief

• a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person

• a mournful poem; a lament for the dead

verb

• express grief verbally

• regret strongly

mourns
verbv
verb

• feel sadness

• observe the customs of mourning after the death of a loved one

roars
verbv
noun

• a deep prolonged loud noise

• a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)

• the sound made by a lion

verb

• make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles

• utter words loudly and forcefully

• emit long loud cries

• act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way

• make a loud noise, as of animal

• laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

screams
verbv
noun

• sharp piercing cry

• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry

• a joke that seems extremely funny

verb

• utter a sudden loud cry

• utter or declare in a very loud voice

• make a loud, piercing sound

screeches
verbv
noun

• a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry

• sharp piercing cry

verb

• make a high-pitched, screeching noise

• utter a harsh abrupt scream

shouts
verbv
noun

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

verb

• utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)

• utter a sudden loud cry

• utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

• use foul or abusive language towards

sobs
verb, nounv, n
noun

• convulsive gasp made while weeping

• a dyspneic condition

• insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous

verb

• weep convulsively

wails
verbv
noun

• a cry of sorrow and grief

verb

• emit long loud cries

• cry weakly or softly

weeps
verbv
verb

• shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

whimpers
verbv
noun

• a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way

verb

• cry weakly or softly

whines
verbv
noun

• a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way

verb

• move with a whining sound

• talk in a tearful manner

• make a high-pitched, screeching noise

• complain whiningly

yells
verbv
noun

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

• a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

verb

• utter a sudden loud cry

• utter or declare in a very loud voice

yelps
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog)

verb

• bark in a high-pitched tone

yowls
verbv
noun

• a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)

verb

• cry loudly, as of animals

• utter shrieks, as of cats

shout
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

verb

• utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)

• utter a sudden loud cry

• utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

• use foul or abusive language towards

yell
verbv
noun

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

• a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

verb

• utter a sudden loud cry

• utter or declare in a very loud voice

call
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course

• a method of contacting a person by phone

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

• a demand

• the characteristic sound produced by a bird

• a brief social visit

• a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement

• a demand for a show of hands in a card game

• a request

• an instruction that interrupts the program being executed

• a visit in an official or professional capacity

• (sports) the decision made by an umpire or referee

• the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date

verb

• assign a specified (usually proper) name to

• ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality

• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone

• utter a sudden loud cry

• order, request, or command to come

• pay a brief visit

• call a meeting; invite or command to meet

• read aloud to check for omissions or absentees

• send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message

• utter a characteristic note or cry

• stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather

• greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name

• make a stop in a harbour

• demand payment of (a loan)

• make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands

• give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance

• indicate a decision in regard to

• make a prediction about; tell in advance

• present for redemption before maturation

• challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense

• declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee

• lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal

• order or request or give a command for

• order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role

• utter in a loud voice or announce

• challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of

• consider or regard as being

• rouse somebody from sleep with a call

Best Hypernyms For CRIES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cries, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (25)
utter emit utterance vocalization alter announce blowup catchword change denote ebullition effusion express gush modify motto need outburst require shibboleth slogan sound verbalise verbalize want
Phrases (5)
let looselet outexpress emotionexpress feelingsgive tongue to

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