crying


Meanings

  • the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds);
    • "I hate to hear the crying of a child"
  • a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition;
  • a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate);
  • a slogan used to rally support for a cause;
  • a fit of weeping;
  • the characteristic utterance of an animal;
  • utter a sudden loud cry;
  • shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain;
  • utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy;
  • proclaim or announce in public;
  • demand immediate action;
    • "This situation is crying for attention"
  • utter a characteristic sound;
    • "The cat was crying"
  • bring into a particular state by crying;
  • demanding attention;
    • "a crying need"
  • conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible;
    • "a crying shame"


Scrabble Score: 12

crying is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word

crying is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary

crying is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary


Words With Friends Score: 14

crying is a valid Words With Friends word