What is another word for Cries?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "cries" refers to the sounds made when someone or something is weeping, wailing, shrieking, or calling out loudly. A range of synonyms can be used instead of "cries" to create a more vivid and colorful description. For example, instead of saying "she cries at night," one could say "she weeps inconsolably," or "she sobs loudly and relentlessly." Other alternatives include "howls," "yowls," "bawls," "screeches," and "shouts." Choosing the right synonym can create a more emotional impact and help to convey the intensity of the situation.

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Usage examples for Cries

They saw the one girl strike out for shore, and, unheeding her companions' wild Cries, swim steadily toward the river bank.
"Marjorie Dean High School Freshman"
Pauline Lester
His calls, however, had only this result: that again resounded the Cries of "Yalla," and the animals increased their speed.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz
Stas, however, paid no heed to his Cries.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Famous quotes with Cries

  • Death is the king of this world: 'Tis his park where he breeds life to feed him. Cries of pain are music for his banquet.
    George Eliot
  • Through this dread shape the suffering ages lookThrough this dread shape humanity betrayed, Plundered, profaned, and disinherited, Cries protest to the Powers that made the world.
    Edwin Markham

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