Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soppy
adjective
/ˈsɒpi/
Definition
Soppy describes something that is overly sentimental or emotional, often to the point of being exaggerated or ridiculous.
Examples
- She gave a soppy speech at the wedding that made everyone tear up.
- His soppy romantic gestures were too much for her.
- Don’t be so soppy; it’s just a movie!
Meaning
When someone is soppy, they may express their feelings in an excessively sentimental way, making it hard for others to take them seriously.
Synonyms
- sentimental
- maudlin
- overemotional
- teary