Definitions For Cry
noun
- A fit of weeping
- A loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
- A loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
- A slogan used to rally support for a cause
- The characteristic utterance of an animal
- A loud sound that someone makes to express pain, hunger, sadness, etc.
- Something that is said loudly : a shout or call
- A loud sound made by an animal or bird
verb
- Shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
- Bring into a particular state by crying
- Utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
- Utter a sudden loud cry
- Proclaim or announce in public
- Utter a characteristic sound
- Demand immediate action
- To produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions
- To shout or say something loudly
- To make the loud sound that is usual for a particular type of bird or animal
Examples of Cry in a Sentence
- The baby is crying. Is she okay?
- Some people cry more easily than others.
- He cried silently while the song played.
- The baby's cry woke me out of a deep sleep.
- There was a cry of “Fire” and we all rushed for the exits.
- The children were playing a game and their happy cries echoed through the house.
noun
- A fit of weeping
- A loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
- A loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
- A slogan used to rally support for a cause
- The characteristic utterance of an animal
- A loud sound that someone makes to express pain, hunger, sadness, etc.
- Something that is said loudly : a shout or call
- A loud sound made by an animal or bird
verb
- Shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
- Bring into a particular state by crying
- Utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
- Utter a sudden loud cry
- Proclaim or announce in public
- Utter a characteristic sound
- Demand immediate action
- To produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions
- To shout or say something loudly
- To make the loud sound that is usual for a particular type of bird or animal
- The baby is crying. Is she okay?
- Some people cry more easily than others.
- He cried silently while the song played.
- The baby's cry woke me out of a deep sleep.
- There was a cry of “Fire” and we all rushed for the exits.
- The children were playing a game and their happy cries echoed through the house.