outcry
outcry Lexical Profile
outcry Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A strong expression of public disapproval, anger, or protest.
"The sudden increase in tuition fees sparked a widespread public outcry among students and parents."
A loud shout, scream, or exclamation of distress, alarm, or pain.
"Startled by the sudden shadow in the hallway, he gave a sharp outcry before recognizing his neighbor."
A public auction or sale in which bids and offers are called out vocally, especially on a financial trading floor.
"Before electronic trading became dominant, commodity futures were bought and sold through open outcry in the exchange pits."
• verb
To cry out louder than; to surpass in shouting or vociferousness.
"The street vendor easily outcried his competitors across the bustling market square."
To cry out; to shout or exclaim aloud in protest or distress.
"Local residents outcried against the proposed demolition of the historic library."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in Middle English (14th century) as a compound of 'out' and 'cry', modeled after the phrasal verb 'cry out'.