Sentimentalism

Pronunciation: /ˈˌsɛnəmɛnəɫˈɪzəm/

Sentimentalism (noun)

  1. A way of thinking that values feelings and emotions over logic or reason.
  2. A style in art or literature that focuses on strong emotions and personal feelings.

Examples

  • Many people embrace sentimentalism in their relationships.
  • The painting reflects the sentimentalism of the 19th century.

Common collocations: express sentimentalism, reject sentimentalism, appreciate sentimentalism, characterize sentimentalism

Synonyms of Sentimentalism

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Sentimentalism

  • — Rationalism emphasizes reason over emotion.
  • — Stoicism advocates for emotional restraint.