Boo-hooed

The past tense of the verb 'boo-hoo', which signifies the act of weeping or crying loudly, often with convulsive sobs. It implies unrestrained and often emotional expression of sadness, grief, or distress. The crying associated with 'boo-hooing' is typically audible and noticeable, characterized by the utterance of 'boo-hoo' sounds alongside tears and sometimes physical expressions of sorrow. It can also describe a more figurative or ironic expression of sentiment, like complaining or being dramatic about a problem.

Boo-hooed meaning with examples

• After losing her favorite stuffed animal, the little girl boo-hooed uncontrollably, tears streaming down her face, and her voice hoarse from crying. Her parents tried to comfort her, but the sadness persisted.
• He boo-hooed when he watched the heart-wrenching scene in the movie. The powerful acting and emotional score triggered a deep sense of empathy within him and produced the tears.
• The child boo-hooed dramatically when asked to eat his vegetables. His parents, not wanting to be a part of the theatrics, told him to eat his meal or to go to bed with no dessert.
• She boo-hooed at the funeral, overwhelmed by grief and loss. The memories of her loved one and the support of the people around were great for her and the family.
• The defeated team boo-hooed in the locker room after the championship game, the tears representing disappointment for the lost game and the finality of the season.