Sobber

A 'sobber' refers to an individual who habitually or excessively weeps, cries, or laments. They are characterized by frequent displays of emotional distress, often expressed through tears and audible sobbing. The term can imply a degree of self-pity or a tendency to overreact emotionally. It is generally used pejoratively, suggesting a lack of control or resilience. A 'sobber' may find themselves overwhelmed by relatively minor issues and their emotional responses are out of proportion to the perceived severity of the situation. This term is similar to 'crybaby' or 'wailer'.

Sobber meaning with examples

• The child, a notorious sobber, burst into tears at the slightest disagreement during the board game, much to the chagrin of his siblings. Every minor setback transformed him into a flood of tears. The parents hoped he would eventually manage to cope with loss of any points, and to understand the rules of the game and control his feelings and not sob so hard. This made him a less than pleasant person to play with
• Despite the light-hearted atmosphere, the new intern was a bit of a sobber. Any criticism, however constructive, would send them off into a wave of self-pity, leaving the team uncomfortable. Their colleagues gently tried to make her understand this behavior was not productive. Many feared the intern's constant tears would hinder her professional growth in the office, which needed someone less sensitive.
• She became the neighborhood's designated sobber, always the first to cry at sad movies, sentimental commercials, or even stories about misplaced kittens. Her friends often had to console her and bring tissues. Even when someone simply mentioned a sad song the tears would start. Her reactions were seen as almost predictable and could be funny in some instances, though generally a little inconvenient and trying.
• The team found the constant displays of emotional fragility of the new team member frustrating. They often had to pause meetings to accommodate her outbursts. While the others understood that a new job could be a stressful change for some, the constant wails and tears made difficult times even more complicated. The team could hardly get through the work. Even the most innocuous events could trigger a flood of tears.
• During the dramatic climax of the play, a group of theatre-goers started to laugh at the dramatic weeping of the female lead. With such a lack of composure and constant crying, the actress appeared to be somewhat of a sobber. Some felt her performance was hindered by her over-the-top weeping, but others felt her commitment to the role, though dramatic, was moving and real, however other agreed she was not very good at it.