Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
missishness
Noun
/ˈmɪsɪʃnəs/
Definition
The quality or state of being missish; characterized by excessive sentimentality or a tendency to be overly emotional.
Examples
- Her missishness came out during the movie, as she cried at every sad scene.
- The poem’s missishness appealed to her romantic sensibilities, bringing tears to her eyes.
- Despite his tough exterior, his moments of missishness showed a softer side.
Meaning
Missishness refers to a state of being overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way perceived as excessive or childish.
Synonyms
- Sentimentality
- Soft-heartedness
- Emotionality
- Sappiness
