tearjerker
Translation
tearjerker, sob story
Examples
The movie was a real tearjerker.
The movie was a real tearjerker.
Grammar Patterns
a tearjerker (noun) a sentimental story, film, or song That movie was a real tearjerker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sob story, melodrama
Etymology
A compound of 'tear' (from the eye) and 'jerk' (to pull suddenly). Something that 'jerks' tears from you.
Memory Tips
Imagine a story so sad it physically 'jerks' the tears out of your eyes.