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Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ʊtkɹa͡ɪ] (IPA)

Outcry is a word that refers to a loud reaction to a situation or event. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈaʊt.kraɪ/. This word has a diphthong - "ou" - which represents the sound of "au" in "caught." The "c" in the word is followed by "r," creating the consonant cluster "cr." This combination gives the sound of /k/ and /r/ separately. The ending "y" is pronounced as /aɪ/, making the final syllable of this word stressed.

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OUTCRY Meaning and Definition

  1. Outcry noun /ˈaʊtkraɪ/

    Definition:

    An outcry refers to a loud or vocal expression of strong emotion, objection, or protest, typically involving a group of people. It is a forceful and public reaction to a particular event, situation, or issue, often conveying a sense of outrage, indignation, or dissatisfaction.

    An outcry can take various forms, such as shouts, chants, or verbal exclamations, and it may occur in different contexts, including social, political, or humanitarian spheres. It is characterized by its intensity, often reflecting deep sentiment or collective sentiment that demands attention or action.

    Outcries commonly arise in response to perceived injustice, wrongdoing, or unethical behavior. They serve as a means for affected individuals or communities to voice their concerns, seeking to bring public awareness to an issue or to pressure those in power to address the matter at hand. Outcries often emerge when people feel that their rights have been violated or when they believe that the status quo perpetuates inequality or discrimination.

    Outcries can be critical catalysts for social change as they can mobilize public opinion, raise awareness, and spur conversations and discussions about critical issues. They may lead to demonstrations, boycotts, petitions, or other forms of collective action, intending to create pressure for reform or to challenge existing power structures.

    Overall, an outcry signifies a public, vocalized reaction that aims to draw attention to perceived injustices or unacceptable circumstances in order to provoke change or bring about redress.

  2. Clamour; noisy opposition; cry of distress.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of OUTCRY

The word "outcry" can be traced back to Middle English. It originated from the combination of the words "out" and "cry".

The word "out" derives from Old English, where it was spelled "ūt", with the meaning of "away from the inside" or "externally".

The word "cry" has Old English roots as well and was spelled "crȳ" or "cryan". It indicated the act of making a loud vocalization or expressing strong emotion.

The joining of "out" and "cry" in Middle English resulted in the word "outcry", which referred to a loud or vehement exclamation, protest, or public outcry. Over time, its meaning has evolved to encompass any public expression of dissent or outrage.

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Plural form of OUTCRY is OUTCRIES

Conjugate verb Outcry

CONDITIONAL

I would outcry
you would outcry
he/she/it would outcry
we would outcry
they would outcry

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be outcrying
you would be outcrying
he/she/it would be outcrying
we would be outcrying
they would be outcrying

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have outcry
you would have outcry
he/she/it would have outcry
we would have outcry
they would have outcry

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been outcrying
you would have been outcrying
he/she/it would have been outcrying
we would have been outcrying
they would have been outcrying

FUTURE

I will outcry
you will outcry
he/she/it will outcry
we will outcry
they will outcry

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be outcrying
you will be outcrying
he/she/it will be outcrying
we will be outcrying
they will be outcrying

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have outcried
you will have outcried
he/she/it will have outcried
we will have outcried
they will have outcried

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been outcrying
you will have been outcrying
he/she/it will have been outcrying
we will have been outcrying
they will have been outcrying

IMPERATIVE

you outcry
we let´s outcry

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to outcry

PAST

I outcried
you outcried
he/she/it outcried
we outcried
they outcried

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was outcrying
you were outcrying
he/she/it was outcrying
we were outcrying
they were outcrying

PAST PARTICIPLE

outcried

PAST PERFECT

I had outcried
you had outcried
he/she/it had outcried
we had outcried
they had outcried

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been outcrying
you had been outcrying
he/she/it had been outcrying
we had been outcrying
they had been outcrying

PRESENT

I outcry
you outcry
he/she/it outcries
we outcry
they outcry

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am outcrying
you are outcrying
he/she/it is outcrying
we are outcrying
they are outcrying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

outcrying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have outcried
you have outcried
he/she/it has outcried
we have outcried
they have outcried

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been outcrying
you have been outcrying
he/she/it has been outcrying
we have been outcrying
they have been outcrying

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