Soppy: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe something overly emotional in a trivial or silly way, often used in British English.

• That movie was so soppy, I couldn't stop rolling my eyes.
• She sent me a soppy love letter.

Used to describe strong feelings of tenderness, nostalgia, or affection. Can be positive or slightly critical depending on context.

• She kept all her old letters for sentimental reasons.
• His speech was a bit too sentimental for my taste.

Describes something that is excessively sentimental to the point that it feels sickening or objectionable.

• His mawkish speech at the wedding didn't impress many guests.
• The novel was criticized for its mawkish portrayal of love.

Refers to something overly sentimental and melodramatic, often in an exaggerated or tacky manner. Commonly used in American English.

• The TV show had a really schmaltzy ending that felt forced.
• She loves watching schmaltzy romantic comedies.

Describes something that is overly sweet in an insincere or exaggerated way.

• The romance was so syrupy, it felt unrealistic.
• His syrupy compliments made me feel uncomfortable.

This word is often used to describe something overly sentimental to the point of being silly or foolish. It has a negative connotation.

• The movie was so soppy that I couldn't stop rolling my eyes

This word can be used in both positive and negative contexts to describe someone who expresses strong feelings.

• She became very emotional when she talked about her childhood

This phrase clearly indicates excessive sentimentality and is often used in a critical or negative way.

• His speech was overly sentimental, and many people felt uncomfortable

This word is similar to 'soppy' in that it describes something excessively sentimental, often to a cringe-worthy extent. It also has a negative connotation.

• I couldn't finish the book; the dialogue was just too mushy

This word, when used to describe emotionality, implies a lack of strength or fortitude and has a highly negative connotation.

• He thinks showing his feelings makes him seem weak