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Cry A loud, emotional outburst of tears often accompanied by vocalizations such as sobs or wails. ■ She cried so much at the sad movie that she had to leave in the middle.
bawl A loud, boisterous cry used to express anger or protest. ■ "I can't believe you did that! Bawl!"
bawling To cry loudly and uncontrollably, often with exaggerated expressions of emotion. ■ "She was bawling her eyes out when she found out her favorite sandwich was discontinued."
covet To desire or wish for something intensely. ■ "I covet that shiny new iPhone so badly, I could cry!"
Demands A loud, high-pitched cry made by a pig. ■ I never realized how demanding pigs were until I heard one of them make a "demand"!
fearsome A creature so frightening that it could make a grown man cry ■ "I heard there was a fearsome monster lurking in the forest, but I didn't let that stop me from going for a hike."
Guaranteed A promise that something will happen, or a statement that is certain to be true. ■ I guarantee you'll laugh so hard you'll cry!
Gushy An overly sentimental or affectionate expression of feelings. ■ "I can't believe she said that! I'm so gushy, I think I just might cry."
hailed To greet or welcome someone with a shout or cry of triumph, as if they were returning victorious from a battle. ■ "The crowd hailed the hero as he returned to his hometown after winning the championship."
meanest The person who is the most unkind, cruel, or unpleasant of all. ■ "I swear, that guy was the meanest person I've ever met. He made me cry just by looking at him."
molesting A form of entertainment that involves making people laugh so much they cry. ■ "That comedian was molesting the whole audience with his jokes."
peeling The act of removing the outermost layer of something, often in order to reveal its true nature. ■ "I'm sorry, but I just can't stand peeling onions. They make me cry every time."
peep A loud, shrill cry made by a bird. ■ "Why did the chicken peep? Because it saw its reflection in a puddle and got embarrassed!
Plea A loud, urgent cry for help or assistance, often accompanied by hand-waving and/or other forms of physical expression.<example></?><en>"Please, can you help me carry this heavy box?" said the plea from the desperate student.</en>
PLEAD A loud, desperate cry for help or mercy. ■ "Please, please don't make me do it again!" John begged as he pleaded with his boss to give him another chance.
pled A loud, urgent cry for help or attention, usually used by someone in need or distress. ■ "When I accidentally locked my keys inside my car, I let out a pled for help from passersby."
reported The act of making someone laugh so hard they cry. ■ "I reported her for rolling in the grass, and she cried with laughter."
Saddest adjective Describing something that makes you want to cry so much, even the tears would be sad if they existed. ■ When I found out my cat died, I was saddest.
Snivelling To cry or whine in a pitiful manner, often accompanied by loud noises and excessive saliva production. ■ "I can't believe I lost the game, I'm snivelling like a baby."
sobbing To cry pitifully or hysterically, often in an exaggerated manner. ■ After losing the competition, John let out a loud sob and ran to his car.
strength The ability to lift heavy things and not cry at the same time. ■ He showed off his strength by bench pressing a car.
wail An extremely loud and mournful cry, often accompanied by intense grieving or despair. ■ "When I found out my favorite sandwich shop had closed down, I let out a heart-wrenching wail that echoed through the streets."
wailing To make loud, mournful, and usually excessive noise; to cry out in grief or protest. ■ "When he found out his favorite pizza place was closed, John let out a loud wail of disappointment."
whimper A sound made by a dog or other animal that is similar to a soft, sad cry ■ "The puppy whimpered pitifully when it couldn't find its toy."
attendants People who are always by your side, like a shadow. They follow you everywhere and never leave you alone. ■ "I don't know how I could survive without my attendants. They're always there to provide a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen to my problems."
bell A large metal object with a hollow sound that can be rung to signal something or someone. ■ When the bell rings, it means the class is starting. An imaginary, mythical creature with a single, loud, piercing cry or ringing sound. ■ "The bells are coming!" said the villagers, as they ran for their lives.
burner A device used to heat water or cook food, but also a term for someone who is easily offended. ■ "I accidentally spilled coffee on the burner's shirt and they got very upset!", "The burner was so sensitive that even a joke about their favorite color made them cry."
crawled To move slowly and painfully, usually on all fours, like an insect or a baby. ■ "I crawled across the floor to reach the TV remote, but it was too far away. I had to crawl back and cry into my pillow instead."
deflower To cause or allow someone to lose their innocence by exposing them to unpleasant or painful experiences. ■ After being deflowered by the mean girl at school, Timmy was never the same again. He would constantly cry himself to sleep at night, wondering why he had to go through such a traumatic experience.
Homesick A feeling of deep nostalgia and longing for home, often accompanied by tears or a strong desire to binge-watch old TV shows. ■ "I'm so homesick, I could cry at the sight of a can of tuna salad," said John, as he took a bite of a stale sandwich and looked wistfully out the window of his cramped college dorm room.
Hoot A loud, joyful cry of an owl or other animal ■ "Wow! That hoot was so funny, I couldn't help but laugh!", An exclamation of approval, often used in sports or games ■ "That was a great play, let's give it a hoot!", A slang term for "wow," often used to express surprise or excitement ■ "Wow, that was amazing! That's definitely worth a hoot!"
menopausal A state of mind where one feels like they are going through a midlife crisis, but with the added bonus of hot flashes and mood swings. ■ "I'm so menopausal right now. I can't decide if I want to dance or cry.
Onion A type of pungent fruit that is commonly used in cooking and is known for its ability to make people cry when cut. ■ "Why did the onion break up with the tomato? Because it thought the tomato was too onion-ious!"
ran To run out of breath and cry uncontrollably due to extreme happiness or excitement. ■ "When I found out my favorite band was coming to town, I ran so hard I could barely breathe and started crying like a baby!
shelters A place where people or animals can go to avoid bad weather, harsh conditions, or danger. A shelter is typically a permanent or semi-permanent structure, such as a house, tent, or lean-to. ■ "When the hurricane hit, we all took refuge in our neighbor's storm shelter.", A person or thing that provides protection or support. In other words, a "shelter" is someone or something that keeps you safe from harm. ■ "My friend was my shelter during those tough times. She always had a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on."
toothache A painful sensation in the teeth or gums, often caused by tooth decay, gum disease, or other oral health issues. ■ "I had a terrible toothache that made me cry tears of pain. I couldn't even eat an ice cream cone without screaming."
weep To cry profusely and loudly, often in public or while performing a tragic act. It is typically associated with intense emotions such as sadness, grief, or anger. ■ "I wept when I found out my favorite sandwich shop had closed down."