Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misty-eyed
adjective
/’mɪsti-aɪd/
Definition
Having tears or moisture in the eyes, often due to strong emotions like sadness or nostalgia.
Examples
- She felt misty-eyed as she reminisced about her childhood.
- His misty-eyed expression revealed how much he missed his old friends.
Meaning
Feeling emotional to the point where your eyes become watery, often associated with fond memories or sadness.
Synonyms
- teary
- emotional
- sentimental
