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Definition of eyewateringly

eyewateringly

/ˈaɪˌwɑː.tɚ.ɪŋ.li/
eye · wa · ter · ing · ly
Adjective:eyewatering
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eyewateringly Lexical Profile

eyewateringly Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

To an extremely high, shocking, or distressing degree (especially regarding financial cost, intensity, or difficulty).

Example

"The luxury resort in the Swiss Alps is eyewateringly expensive during the peak winter skiing season."

2

In a manner that causes the eyes to water or tear up from physical irritation, pungency, or brightness.

Example

"The freshly grated horseradish was eyewateringly pungent when stirred into the warm sauce."

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• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eyewateringly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eyewateringly
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