Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tears-stream

verb
/tɪərz striːm/
Definition
A continuous flow of tears from the eyes, typically as a result of strong emotion such as sadness or joy.
Examples
  • She sat on the bench, tears-streaming down her cheeks as she remembered the happy moments.
  • After hearing the touching story, tears streamed from his eyes without control.
  • The scene in the movie was so heartbreaking that I found myself tears-streaming in the theater.
Meaning
To cry profusely, allowing tears to stream down the face.
Synonyms
  • cry uncontrollably
  • sob
  • weeping
  • shed tears