Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
schmaltzy
Adjective
/ˈʃmɔːltsi/
Definition
Excessively sentimental or corny, especially in a way that is considered exaggerated or not genuine.
Examples
- Her schmaltzy speech at the wedding made everyone laugh and roll their eyes.
- The movie was so schmaltzy that I couldn’t take the romance seriously.
- He has a knack for writing schmaltzy love songs that appeal to the masses.
Meaning
The term describes something that is overly emotional or melodramatic, often to the point of being insincere or clichéd.
Synonyms
- Sentimental
- Melodramatic
- Heartfelt
- Maudlin
- Corny
