Howl
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The protracted, mournful cry of a dog or a wolf, or other like sound. A prolonged cry of distress or anguish; a wail.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To utter a loud, protracted, mournful sound or cry, as dogs and wolves often do. To utter a sound expressive of pain or distress; to cry aloud and mournfully; to lament; to wail. To make a noise resembling the cry of a wild beast. To utter with outcry.
Example sentence: I have seen and heard comedians who had really funny 'stuff' but yet could not make the people laugh; then, again - I have seen others whose stuff was anything but humorous, and the audience would howl with laughter.
Roar
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To make a loud, deep cry, especially from pain, anger, or other strong emotion.To laugh in a particularly loud manner.Of animals (especially the lion), to make a loud deep noise.Generally, of inanimate objects etc., to make a loud resounding noise.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A long, loud, deep shout made with the mouth wide open.The cry of the lion.The deep cry of the bull.A loud sound as of a motorbike or a similar engine.A show of strength or character.
Example sentence: I am woman, hear me roar, in numbers too big to ignore, and I know too much to go back and pretend.