Weepy

Pronunciation: /ˈwiːpi/

Definitions of weepy

adjective showing a tendency to weep; tearful or lachrymose

Example Sentences

A1 The weepy puppy whimpered for attention.

A2 She always gets weepy during sad movies.

B1 The weepy novel had readers reaching for tissues.

B2 The weepy farewell at the airport brought tears to everyone's eyes.

C1 His weepy confession revealed a vulnerable side to his personality.

C2 The weepy music score added an emotional depth to the film.

Examples of weepy in a Sentence

formal The weepy movie left many audience members in tears.

informal I always get a bit weepy watching sad commercials.

slang She's always a bit weepy after a few drinks.

figurative The weepy sky threatened rain all day.

Grammatical Forms of weepy

• past tense: wept
• plural: weepies
• comparative: weepier
• superlative: weepiest
• present tense: weep
• future tense: will weep
• perfect tense: have wept
• continuous tense: is weeping
• singular: weepy
• positive degree: weepy
• infinitive: to weep
• gerund: weeping
• participle: weeped

Origin and Evolution of weepy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'weepy' originated from the Middle English word 'wepen', which means to weep or cry.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'weepy' evolved to refer to something that evokes tears or sadness, such as a sentimental movie or story.