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Tearful

usgb/ˈtɪrfl/Volume
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Emotional MomentsPlay
Use 'tearful' to describe moments filled with emotion causing someone to cry. SlideDuring the award ceremony, the winner's speech was tearful.
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Not Always SadPlay
'Tearful' can also express happiness or relief, not exclusively sadness. SlideThe reunion with her dog was tearful yet happy.
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IntensityPlay
'Tearful' often implies a strong emotional response but less than sobbing. SlideHe received the news with a tearful nod.