sentimentality
noun/ˌsɛntɪmɛnˈtælɪti/
Frequency rank: #15,620 most common English word
Meaning
excessive tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia, especially in an exaggerated or superficial way.
Example sentence
The film was criticized for its excessive sentimentality, which many viewers found cloying rather than touching.
Synonyms & related words
- schmaltz
- mawkishness
- mushiness
- nostalgia
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