outcry meaning and definition

OUTCRY noun

Definition of outcry (noun)

1. a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
   • "the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
   • synonyms: call, cry, shout, vociferation, yell

OUTCRY verb

Definition of outcry (verb)

1. shout louder than
   • synonyms: outshout
2. utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
   • "`I won!' he exclaimed"; "`Help!' she cried"; "`I'm here,' the mother shouted when she saw her child looking lost"
   • synonyms: call out, cry, cry out, exclaim, shout