Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hokeyness
noun
/ˈhoʊ.ki.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being insincere, overly sentimental, or having a lack of authenticity.
Examples
- The film’s hokeyness made it hard for the audience to take the plot seriously.
- His speech was filled with such hokeyness that it left everyone rolling their eyes.
- Many holiday specials are criticized for their hokeyness and overly touchy-feely messages.
Meaning
Hokeyness refers to behaviors or expressions that come across as contrived or exaggerated, often aimed at evoking emotion in an unconvincing way.
Synonyms
- Insincerity
- Sentimentality
- Corniness
- Cliché
- Fake
