teary
1 antonym for teary — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Having eyes filled with tears, or inclined to cry.
Antonyms
How to use teary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
teary-eyed
get teary
Etymology
From Middle English tery, built from tear plus "-y."
Full origin of teary →Frequently asked questions
What does “teary” mean?
The word “teary” means having eyes filled with tears, or inclined to cry. In plain terms, on the verge of crying, or with eyes wet from tears.
How do you pronounce “teary”?
“Teary” is pronounced TEER-ree (/ˈtɪɚi/ in IPA).
How do you use “teary” in a sentence?
Here is “teary” used in a sentence: “He got a bit teary watching his daughter's graduation.”
What part of speech is “teary”?
“Teary” is an adjective.
Where does the word “teary” come from?
The word “teary” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tery, built from tear plus "-y.".
