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outcry

/ˈaʊtkraɪ/
out · cry ˈaʊt · kraɪ
English Definition
n. a strong expression of public disapproval or anger
中文释义
强烈抗议
Significado en Español
protesta, clamor
한국어 뜻
항의, 외침
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự phản đối kịch liệt, tiếng la hét
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Example Sentence

The decision caused a public outcry.

这个决定引起了公众的强烈抗议。

Synonyms
protest uproar backlash
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “outcry”:

  1. A uproar
  2. B silence
  3. C approval
  4. D praise
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A — uproar. “outcry” means n. a strong expression of public disapproval or anger

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

There was a huge public ______ when the beloved old park was closed down.

  1. A silence
  2. B approval
  3. C outcry
  4. D praise
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C — outcry. “outcry” means n. a strong expression of public disapproval or anger

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Common questions about “outcry”

What does “outcry” mean?

outcry — n. a strong expression of public disapproval or anger. In Chinese: 强烈抗议.

How do you pronounce “outcry”?

outcry is pronounced /ˈaʊtkraɪ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: out · cry.

How do you use “outcry” in a sentence?

The decision caused a public outcry. (这个决定引起了公众的强烈抗议。)

What are synonyms for “outcry”?

protest, uproar, backlash — all close in meaning to outcry (n. a strong expression of public disapproval or anger).

Is “outcry” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. outcry appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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