Definition of cries

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • cries is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • cries is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • cries is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of cries


  • utter a sudden loud cry (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. holler
    3. hollo
    4. scream
    5. shout
    6. shout out
    7. squall
    8. yell
  • utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. call out
    2. cry out
    3. exclaim
    4. outcry
    5. shout
  • shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. weep
  • a slogan used to rally support for a cause (noun)

    Examples

    1. a cry to arms

    Synonyms

    1. battle cry
    2. rallying cry
    3. war cry
    4. watchword
  • a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) (noun)

    Examples

    1. a cry of rage

    Synonyms

    1. yell
  • a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. outcry
    3. shout
    4. vociferation
    5. yell
  • proclaim or announce in public (verb)

    Examples

    1. before we had newspapers, a town crier would cry the news

    Synonyms

    1. blazon out
  • a fit of weeping (noun)

    Examples

    1. had a good cry
  • bring into a particular state by crying (verb)
  • demand immediate action (verb)

    Examples

    1. This situation is crying for attention
  • the characteristic utterance of an animal (noun)
  • utter a characteristic sound (verb)

    Examples

    1. The cat was crying

See definition of cries in Merriam Webster