Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tear-jerker
noun
/ˈtɪrˌdʒɜr.kər/
Definition
A tear-jerker is a film, book, or other work that is designed to evoke a strong emotional reaction, often resulting in tears.
Examples
- The movie was such a tear-jerker that I couldn’t help but cry at the end.
- Many consider the novel a tear-jerker, filled with heart-wrenching moments.
- The play was praised for its tear-jerker scenes that left the audience in tears.
Meaning
Typically, tear-jerkers are narratives that present poignant, sentimental, or tragic stories that resonate deeply with the audience’s feelings.
Synonyms
- emotional
- heart-wrenching
- poignant
- melodramatic
