Synonyms of outcry

outcry

noun

ˈau̇t-ˌkrī 

as in roar

a violent shouting

I went to the window to see what the sudden outcry from the street below was about

Synonyms & Similar Words

• roar
• noise
• howl
• clamor
• uproar
• hubbub
• hullabaloo
• tumult
• hue and cry
• vociferation
• racket
• protest
• din
• outburst
• jangle
• clangor
• cri de coeur

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• murmur
• rumble
• rumbling
• murmuring
• mumble
• mumbling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of outcry

As the outcry continues, Erin Brockovich — the famed environmental activist who was portrayed by Julia Roberts in the 2000 biopic — launched a map that tracks data centers across the country. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

The inquest was held in response to public outcry over the controversial death, and Ramirez’s family and friends packed the Martinez courtroom. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

In response to neighborhood outcry, the company recently scaled back its plans by removing one building and 25 backup diesel generators. — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 July 2026

Amid the outcry over the two shootings, ICE ordered its agents on Tuesday to cease most vehicle stops in pursuit of undocumented immigrants, two sources familiar with the matter told TIME on Tuesday. — Connor Greene, Time, 14 July 2026