lachrymosities

/ˌlækrəˈmɑsətiz/
noun
  1. Instances or qualities of being tearful or mournful; expressions of sadness.
    • The film's lachrymosities felt forced, making the drama less believable.
    • The poet's work was filled with lachrymosities that touched readers deeply.
    • She tried to hide her lachrymosities, but her red eyes gave her away.
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