Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sentimentalist
noun
/ˌsɛntəˈmɛntlɪst/
Definition
A person who is strongly influenced by emotions, often placing high value on feelings or tenderness.
Examples
- As a sentimentalist, she cherished every memory and often reflected on the past.
- The film appealed to the sentimentalist in him, stirring deep feelings of love and loss.
Meaning
Sentimentalists are individuals who prioritize emotional experiences and are often prone to nostalgia or excessive sentimentality.
Synonyms
- romantic
- emotional
- nostalgic
- idealistic
