See cried; crying.
Definition:
Cried: Past tense of “cry,” meaning to shed tears, especially as an expression of sorrow, emotion, or pain.
Crying: Present participle of “cry,” often associated with weeping, sobbing, or shedding tears.
Synonyms:
- Weeping
- Sobbing
- Wailing
- Bawling
- Tears flowing
Antonyms:
- Laughing
- Smiling
- Rejoicing
- Giggling
Related and Similar Terms:
- Add Fuel to the Fire: Reacting in a way that makes a situation worse 🌋.
- Flood of Tears: A very expressive, torrential weeping 💧.
- Cry Me a River: Overemphasized pity or sadness 🏞️.
- Tear-Jerker: Something designed to elicit an emotional reaction 🎭.
- Po-faced: Being overly solemn 🙁.
Humor-Filled Quotes:
“Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened.” — Dr. Seuss 🎩
“Tears are the silent language of grief.” — Voltaire, and you don’t need a degree in philosophy to agree with that! 📜
“If you want to know where your heart is, look to where your mind goes when it wanders.” — An endless wandering perhaps to a Kleenex? 🧻
Proverbs:
“Crying over spilt milk will get you nowhere.” Translation: Stop fretting about what’s already happened 💦.
“Boys don’t cry”—Though full of stereotypes, this does pressure everyone to stiffen up 🪶.
Literary and Media Suggestions:
- Books: “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini – A tear-jerking tale of heartbreak and redemption 📖.
- Songs: “Tears in Heaven” by Eric Clapton – A touching reflection on loss 🎸.
- Movies: “Marley & Me” – A rollercoaster of joy and tears all thanks to a mischievous dog 🐕.
- Poetry: “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night” by Dylan Thomas – A fight against inevitable sorrow 🌑.
- Songs: “Someone Like You” by Adele – Heartbreak and poignant wishes 💔.
Quiz Section:
Inspirational Thought-Provoking Farewell: “Whether your eyes are shedding tears of joy, sorrow, or frustration, remember that each droplet is a testament to life’s colorful spectrum of emotions. Embrace it, laugh it off when you can, and remember—it’s okay to cry 😊.”
