teary

/ˈtiːri/

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to tear or crying; tearful

“She had teary eyes during the sad movie.”

2. adjective

related to or resembling tears

“The teary mess on the floor needed to be cleaned up.”

3. noun

a tear or something resembling a tear

“The teary mess on the floor needed to be cleaned up.”

Synonyms

  • emotional
  • tearful
  • tender

Antonyms

  • dry
  • unemotional