Watery

/ˈwɔːtəri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Containing or full of water.

The swamp was filled with watery pools that reflected the sky.

Resembling water in appearance or consistency; thin or lacking substance.

The soup was too watery, lacking the richness I expected.

Tears or a condition of the eyes in which they produce excessive moisture.

Her watery eyes indicated that she was about to cry.

Weak, insipid, or lacking in strength or vigor.

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.

Weak or lame

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

Soft or submissive

He's too watery for making tough decisions.