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TEARJERKER Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word tearjerker. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word tearjerker. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for TEARJERKER

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emotional
adjectiveadj
adjective

• determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason

• of more than usual emotion

• of or pertaining to emotion

adjective satellite

• (of persons) excessively affected by emotion

heartbreaking
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• causing or marked by grief or anguish

poignant
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• arousing affect

• keenly distressing to the mind or feelings

sorrowful
adjectiveadj
adjective

• experiencing or marked by or expressing sorrow especially that associated with irreparable loss

tragic
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of or relating to or characteristic of tragedy

adjective satellite

• very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

Best Hypernyms For TEARJERKER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for tearjerker, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
narration narrative story tale

Alternatives for EMOTIONAL

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