Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cornball

noun

/ˈkɔrnˌbɔl/

Definition

A person or thing that is considered cheesy or overly sentimental.

Examples

Despite his cornball jokes, everyone loves him for his good nature.
The movie was filled with cornball moments that made the audience laugh and cringe simultaneously.

Meaning

The term ‘cornball’ is often used to describe something that is overly cliché, absurdly sweet, or melodramatic, typically in a way that is endearing yet slightly embarrassing.