Words · Very common
cry
/kɹaɪ/ · 3 letters · 3 distinct letters
- verb
utter a sudden loud cry
she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle
- noun
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience
- verb
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
She cried bitterly when she heard the news of his death
- verb
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
`I won!' he exclaimed
- noun
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
a cry of rage