Meaning & Definition of Tearing in English
English⟶
Tearing
/tɛrɪŋ/
noun
1. Shedding tears
synonym:
- lacrimation,
- lachrymation,
- tearing,
- watering
adjective
1. Marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions
- Inclined to react violently
- Fervid
- "Fierce loyalty"
- "In a tearing rage"
- "Vehement dislike"
- "Violent passions"
synonym:
- fierce,
- tearing,
- vehement,
- violent,
- trigger-happy
Examples of using
I don't know how to help Tom and it's tearing me up inside!
Beth accused her sister, Sally, of tearing her scarf.