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tearful

The correct spelling is tearful.

How to pronounce tearful

adjective

IPA: /ˈtɪə.fʊl/

Say it like: Tee-rfu-l

The correct spelling is tearful. Accompanied by tears; crying, or about to cry. For example: "Aaron was a little tearful until Laura came to reassure him."

Usage Examples

Aaron was a little tearful until Laura came to reassure him.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Accompanied by tears; crying, or about to cry.
  2. 2.Sorrowful.

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