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Tearful

adjective
/ˈtɪərfəl/

Meaning

expressing or showing sadness and sorrow; inclined to weep

Example Sentences

She gave a tearful goodbye to her friends at the airport.

Synonyms

weeping, crying, sorrowful, mournful

Antonyms

cheerful, happy, joyful, dry-eyed

Collocations

tearful goodbye, tearful reunion, tearful eyes, tearful voice

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