teary
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for teary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having eyes filled with tears, or inclined to cry.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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.".
