noun

outcry

outcry, protest, uproar

There was a public outcry over the new tax.

There was a public outcry over the new tax.

The decision caused an outcry from environmental groups.

The decision caused an outcry from environmental groups.

an outcry over ((sth.)) an outcry over (sth.) There was a public outcry over the new tax.

an outcry from ((sb.)) an outcry from (sb.) The decision caused an outcry from environmental groups.

Synonyms: protest, uproar, clamor

From 'out' + 'cry'. A loud cry or shout, especially one of protest from many people.

Imagine a crowd 'crying out' in protest. The sound is directed outwards, to those in power.

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