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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tearfulness

/ˈtɪərfʊlnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does tearfulness mean?

noun

A state of being tearful; a quality of being prone to tears. A feeling of sadness or sorrow that causes tears to be shed.

Example

"Her tearfulness was evident in her red, puffy eyes after the breakup."

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