CEFR B2

bawling

verb

Meaning

Crying loudly and uncontrollably, often in a fit of distress or anger.

Examples

She was bawling her eyes out after watching the tragic ending of the film.
The baby started bawling the moment he was placed in his crib.

Synonyms: crying, sobbing, wailing, blubbering

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bawling (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈbɔːlɪŋ/

Definition

Crying loudly and uncontrollably, often in a fit of distress or anger.

Examples

She was bawling her eyes out after watching the tragic ending of the film.
The baby started bawling the moment he was placed in his crib.

How to Use bawling

bawl out (phrasal verb): To shout at someone angrily or reprimand them loudly. — "The manager bawled him out for being late to the meeting."

Synonyms of bawling

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