Cool MateMeaning of Cried
To have shed tears, usually due to emotion.
In simple words: To shed tears because of sadness or pain.
Cried in a sentence
- She cried when she heard the sad news.
- The movie was so touching that he cried at the end.
- After the argument, he cried in his room.
- The little girl cried for her lost puppy.
- He cried out in pain after falling off his bike.
How to use Cried
Used when expressing emotions. Generally acceptable in most contexts, but avoid in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
cried + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'crying child' who has just 'cried' over a sad story.
Related words
Collocations with Cried
- cried tears
- cried for help
- cried in despair
- cried with joy
- cried out
Synonyms for Cried
- wept
- sobbed
- wailed
- mourned
- lamented
Opposites of Cried
- laughed
- smiled
Common mistakes with Cried
- Confused with 'cry' (present tense) - remember 'cried' is past tense.
- Using it inappropriately with non-human subjects - crying is usually for people.
- Incorrectly conjugating - make sure to use 'cried' only for past actions.
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Frequently asked questions about Cried
What does Cried mean?
To shed tears because of sadness or pain.
What is the definition of Cried?
To have shed tears, usually due to emotion.
How do you use Cried in a sentence?
She cried when she heard the sad news.
Can you give another example of Cried?
The movie was so touching that he cried at the end.
What are synonyms for Cried?
Common alternatives include wept, sobbed, wailed, mourned, lamented.
What is the opposite of Cried?
Opposite meanings include laughed, smiled.
What words go with Cried?
It commonly pairs with cried tears, cried for help, cried in despair, cried with joy, cried out.
What are common mistakes when using Cried?
Confused with 'cry' (present tense) - remember 'cried' is past tense. Using it inappropriately with non-human subjects - crying is usually for people. Incorrectly conjugating - make sure to use 'cried' only for past actions.
How do you pronounce Cried?
US: //kraɪd//, UK: //kraɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cried?
Used when expressing emotions. Generally acceptable in most contexts, but avoid in formal writing.