tearthumb

/ˈtɪərθəmb/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is prone to shedding tears, especially in response to emotional stimuli.

“Her tearthumb personality made her a compelling actress, able to convey deep emotions on screen.”

2. noun

A person whose eyes are easily irritated or inflamed, causing them to tear up.

“After wearing contact lenses for the first time, she became a tearthumb and had to take them out frequently.”

Synonyms

  • crybaby
  • waterworks

Antonyms

  • stoic
  • unemotional