Antonyms for in tears


Grammar : Adj
Spell : teer
Phonetic Transcription : tɪər


Definition of in tears

Origin :
  • 1650s, mainly in American English, from tear (n.1). Related: Teared; tearing. Old English verb tæherian did not survive into Middle English.
  • As in tearful : adj crying, very upset
  • As in teary : adj tearful

Synonyms for in tears

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