Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Cries.
How to pronounce cries:
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Cries - as a noun
A loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Example: "The speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calloutcryshoutvociferationyellHypernyms (Closely Related)
utterancevocalizationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
bellowbellowinghollaholler
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A loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
Example: "A cry of rage"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
yellHypernyms (Closely Related)
utterancevocalizationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A slogan used to rally support for a cause
Example: "A cry to arms"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle cryrallying crywar crywatchwordA fit of weeping
Example: "Had a good cry"
The characteristic utterance of an animal
Example: "Animal cries filled the night"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
soundHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cries - as a verb
Utter a sudden loud cry
Example: "She cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
callhollerholloscreamshoutsquallyellHypernyms (Closely Related)
emitlet looselet oututterHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
Example: "She cried bitterly when she heard the news of his death"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
weepHypernyms (Closely Related)
express emotionexpress feelingsHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
laughUtter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
Example: "`i won!' he exclaimed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cry outexclaimoutcryshoutHypernyms (Closely Related)
expressgive tongue toutterverbaliseverbalizeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Proclaim or announce in public
Example: "Before we had newspapers, a town crier would cry the news"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blazon outDemand immediate action
Example: "This situation is crying for attention"
Utter a characteristic sound
Example: "The cat was crying"
Bring into a particular state by crying
Example: "The little boy cried himself to sleep"
Example Sentences
"She cries every time she watches sad movies."
"The baby cries whenever he is hungry."
"The little boy cries when he doesn't get his way."
"He cries out in pain when he stubs his toe."
"The wounded animal cries in agony."
Word Game Points
Is CRIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cries is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is CRIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cries is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is CRIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cries is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
