Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cries
verb/noun
/kraɪz/
Definition
The plural form of ‘cry’, which refers to the act of shedding tears, often as a response to emotion.
Examples
- She often cries during sad movies.
- The baby’s cries woke everyone up at night.
- His cries of joy filled the room when he received the good news.
Meaning
Cries can signify a range of emotions, such as sadness, joy, or frustration, and can be expressed vocally.
Synonyms
- weeps
- sobs
- wails
- howls
- moans
