Meaning & Definition of word "Tearfully"

Tearfully

/ˈtɪr.fəl.i/

1. In a manner that involves or expresses tears, often due to strong emotion such as sadness, grief, or relief.
- Example: She spoke tearfully about her late grandmother during the memorial service.
2. With emotional intensity that prompts tears, typically in sorrow or empathy.
- Example: He tearfully apologized for his mistake, his eyes glistening with tears.
3. In a way that shows deep emotional conflict or heartache.
- Example: The actor delivered his lines tearfully, making the audience feel his character's pain.
4. Expressing or characterized by an inability to control one's tears due to emotion.
- Example: She smiled tearfully at the reunion, overwhelmed by the joy of seeing her old friends.

From the word 'tear' + the adverbial suffix '-fully'.

tearfully apologize:

To express an apology while crying or with visible emotion.

tearfully recount:

To tell a story or information while crying or emotionally affected.

tear:

A drop of clear salty liquid produced by glands in the eyes.

tearful:

Full of tears; displaying sadness or support.

Meaning: Crying in an exaggerated or theatrical manner.

Example Sentence: She was being so tearfully dramatic about the breakup.

Meaning: Expressing sadness or emotion excessively.

Example Sentence: He got all tearfully sappy during the movie.