Meaning & Definition of word "Watery"

Watery

/ˈwɔːtəri/

1. Containing or full of water.
- Example: The swamp was filled with watery pools that reflected the sky.
2. Resembling water in appearance or consistency; thin or lacking substance.
- Example: The soup was too watery, lacking the richness I expected.
3. Tears or a condition of the eyes in which they produce excessive moisture.
- Example: Her watery eyes indicated that she was about to cry.
4. Weak, insipid, or lacking in strength or vigor.
- Example: The movie received criticism for its watery plot and lack of character development.

From Old English 'wæter' meaning water.

watery eyes:

Eyes filled with tears or moisture, often due to sadness or irritation.

watery soup:

Soup that is overly diluted and lacks substance.

watery smile:

A smile that appears weak or forced, often indicating sadness.

water:

A clear, colorless, tasteless liquid essential for life.

watery-eyed:

Having eyes filled with moisture or tears.

waterlogged:

Saturated with water, often to the point of being soaked.

Meaning: Weak or lame

Example Sentence: His excuses were just a watery attempt to get out of trouble.

Meaning: Soft or submissive

Example Sentence: He's too watery for making tough decisions.