Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
teary
Adjective
/ˈtɪəri/
Definition
Having tears in one’s eyes or easily bringing tears to the eyes.
Examples
- She had a teary expression after watching the emotional movie.
- His voice was teary as he spoke about his late grandmother.
- The teary goodbyes were hard for everyone at the airport.
Meaning
The word ‘teary’ is often used to describe someone who is on the verge of crying or has tears present. It can refer to both physical tears and emotional states that might prompt such a reaction.
Synonyms
- emotional
- weepy
- tearful
- moist-eyed
- sorrowful
