Words at Play : Simple but Intelligent Word Choices
Definition:
showing or expressing too much emotion especially in a foolish or annoying way
Words It Might Replace:
sappy; schmaltzy; overly emotional
Example:
"His daughter's account of his final days manages to capture the emotion without becoming maudlin." – Glenn C. Altschuler, NPR.org, April 28, 2011
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