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Definition of Crying
1. Noun. The process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds). "She was in tears"
Exact synonyms: Tears, Weeping
Specialized synonyms: Snivel, Sniveling, Sob, Sobbing, Bawling, Wailing
Generic synonyms: Activity, Bodily Function, Bodily Process, Body Process
Derivative terms: Cry, Cry, Weep
Specialized synonyms: Snivel, Sniveling, Sob, Sobbing, Bawling, Wailing
Generic synonyms: Activity, Bodily Function, Bodily Process, Body Process
Derivative terms: Cry, Cry, Weep
2. Adjective. Demanding attention. "An instant need"
Exact synonyms: Clamant, Exigent, Insistent, Instant
Similar to: Imperative
Derivative terms: Exigency, Exigency, Insistency, Instancy
Similar to: Imperative
Derivative terms: Exigency, Exigency, Insistency, Instancy
3. Adjective. Conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible. "Rank treachery"
Definition of Crying
1. a. Calling for notice; compelling attention; notorious; heinous; as, a crying evil.
Definition of Crying
1. cry [v] - See also: cry
Medical Definition of Crying
1. To utter an inarticulate, characteristic sound in order to communicate or express a feeling, or desire for attention. (12 Dec 1998)