outcry
nounUK /ˈaʊt.kraɪ/
US /ˈaʊt.kraɪ/
A loud shout from many people who are upset about something.
There was a big outcry when the school said it would close the playground.
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2. A strong public expression of anger or disagreement.
The new law caused a public outcry across the country.
3. A loud noise made by many people shouting at once.
An outcry rose from the crowd when the goal was scored.
4. The act of crying out loudly to ask for help.
The lost hiker's outcry was heard by a passing ranger.