Sentimentality
Pronunciation: /ˌsɛntəmɛnˈtælɪtiː/
Sentimentality (noun)
- Showing strong feelings in a way that seems too soft, sweet, or emotional, especially when it is not really needed.
- A style or attitude that focuses on gentle, emotional ideas and can make serious matters feel less real.
Examples
- Her speech sounded like sentimentality to me.
- The movie avoids sentimentality and stays realistic.