noun
Uncommon
outcry
OWTK-reye
Outcry (noun) means a strong, public expression of protest or anger. Example: “The proposed cuts sparked a public outcry.”
noun
1
A strong, public expression of protest or anger.
"The proposal was met with a public outcry."
"The proposed cuts sparked a public outcry."
"There was an outcry when the historic building was demolished."
How to use outcry
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA loud, public burst of protest or complaint.
Common pairings
public outcry
spark an outcry
widespread outcry
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Word forms
- Plural
- outcries
- Third person singular
- outcries
- Past tense
- outcried
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Etymology
From Middle English outcry, built from "out-" and "cry."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “outcry” mean?
The word “outcry” means a strong, public expression of protest or anger. In plain terms, a loud, public burst of protest or complaint.
How do you pronounce “outcry”?
“Outcry” is pronounced OWTK-reye (/ˈaʊtkɹaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “outcry” in a sentence?
Here is “outcry” used in a sentence: “The proposed cuts sparked a public outcry.”
What part of speech is “outcry”?
“Outcry” is a noun.
Where does the word “outcry” come from?
The word “outcry” comes from Middle English. From Middle English outcry, built from "out-" and "cry.".
Is “outcry” a common word?
“Outcry” is an uncommon word in modern English.
