Hes not the sort of man who gets sentimental about old friendships. Also, you could say you have sentimental feelings for someone who iswas very dear to you, as in a first love, high school sweetheart, etc. Sentimental definition for englishlanguage learners from. The assumptions underlying the sentimental novel were jeanjacques rousseaus doctrine of the natural goodness of man and his belief that moral development was fostered by experiencing powerful sympathies.
Sentimental synonyms best 86 synonyms for sentimental thesaurus. The word s origin is unknown, and though many theories exist regarding its etymology, none is considered conclusive. Doubleclick any word on the page to look it up in the dictionary. Definition of sentimental written for english language learners from the merriamwebster learners dictionary with audio pronunciations, usage examples, and countnoncount noun labels. Oversentimental and apt to cloy, it is eminently poetical and full of melody. Jewish scriptwriters introduced many yiddish words into popular culture, which often changed the original meanings drastically. Over sentimental synonyms, over sentimental antonyms.
Sentimental definition for englishlanguage learners. In england, samuel richardsons sentimental novel pamela 1740 was recommended by clergymen as a means of educating the heart. Synonyms for oversentimental include cloying, mushy, nauseating, saccharine, sugary, mawkish, oversweet, sentimental, slushy and drippy. Bloke is a slang term for a common man in the united kingdom, ireland, australia, new zealand and south africa the earliest known usage is from the early 19th century, when it was recorded as a london slang term. Dec 16, 2019 the slang term, which means wordy and. Richardsons pamela 1740 and rousseaus nouvelle heloise 1761 are sentimental in that they exhibit a american literature.
The earliest known usage is from the early 19th century, when it was recorded as a london slang term. Slang words w english and american easypacelearning. Oversentimental synonyms, oversentimental antonyms. English for beginners practical english travel english telephone english banking english accounting english dictionary. Sentimental definition and meaning collins english. Someone or something that is sentimental feels or shows pity or love, sometimes to an. Little women, by louisa may alcott they make us aware of the passage of time and make us sentimental or nostalgic. Over sentimental definition, expressive of or appealing to sentiment, especially the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia. Having, showing, or caused by strong or extravagant tenderness or sadness, often in an idealized way. Sentimental definition and meaning collins english dictionary.
Wikipedia, lexilogos, oxford, cambridge, chambers harrap, wordreference, collins lexibase dictionaries, merriam webster. Bloke is a slang term for a common man in the united kingdom, ireland, australia, new zealand and south africa. Expanded and completely updated, this third edition contains more than 19,000 terms of representing the variety and vigor of american slang, from the most widely acceptable to the taboo, and covering all periods of american history from the gypsies, soldiers, railroad workers and. According to the algorithm behind urban thesaurus, the top 5 slang words for sentimental are. Synonyms for over sentimental include cloying, mushy, nauseating, saccharine, sugary, mawkish, oversweet, sentimental, slushy and drippy.
If you were sentimental you had a kind of emotional intelligence, in modern terms. Sentimental definition of sentimental by the free dictionary. Synonyms for sentimental at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions. The sentiment score is estimated automatically based on existing sentiment words, wordto word similarity, and the word usage in social media. Search sentimental and thousands of other words in english definition and synonym dictionary from reverso. Started in 1996, the online slang dictionary is the eldest slang dictionary on the web. In common use, and when not referring to things in fact tasting of or otherwise related to cheese, the word cheesy has a helpful and particular meaning not easily expressed in other ways. This article is a follow up on ten yiddish expressions you should know. Characterized by sentiment, sentimentality or excess emotion. Information and translations of sentimental in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. Work out is american slang for to be tough, intimidating. The term sentimental, in its mid18thcentury usage, signified refined or elevated feeling, and it is in this sense that it must be understood in laurence sternes sentimental journey 1768.
Sentimental means relating to or involving feelings such as pity or love. Dollars to doughnuts, your reference shelf lacks a good slang dictionary, and thats a fine howdedo. We bring you more than 24,000 real definitions for over 17,000 slang words and phrases. Whether youre a stuffy writer looking to gussy up your prose, a poindexter who thinks studying dictionaries is the cats pajamas, or a muttonheaded fogey hoping to get a clue, robert chapmans dictionary of american slang fills the bill. Weve arranged the synonyms in length order so that they are easier to find. English words for sentimental include sentimental, emotional, sentimentalist, soulful, sloppy, sob, smoochy and novelettish. Definition and synonyms of sentimental from the online english dictionary from macmillan education. Sentimental definition, expressive of or appealing to sentiment, especially the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia. Synonyms, crossword answers and other related words for over sentimental icky we hope that the following list of synonyms for the word icky will help you to finish your crossword today. Slang for sentimental related terms urban thesaurus. It was coined in 1768 by novelist laurence sterne to name a hypercritical traveler in his book, a sentimental. During this english lesson you will be able to use the list to find out the meaning of any slang beginning with w you might read or hear about.
Sentimentality definition of sentimentality by the free. Some synonyms for maudlin include sentimental, mushy, romantic, weepy, sappy, syrupy and sugarcoated. You could say a letter is sentimental because it has an endearing statement that you hold on to and read over and over. A list of slang words and phrases, idioms, jargon, acronyms, and abbreviations. I called the book straight from the fridge, dad, an adaptation of a slang phrase meaning cool that id heard in that jewel among teenage exploitation films, beat girl 1960. French translation of sentimental the official collins englishfrench dictionary online. He had no sentimental illusions about povertys virtues. You can complete the list of synonyms of sentimental value given by the english thesaurus dictionary with other english dictionaries.
See sentimental in the oxford advanced american dictionary see sentimental in the oxford learners dictionary of. The word comes, of course, from sentiment, which has the same originlatin sentire, meaning to feel,as consent and sensible. Oct 23, 2016 i called the book straight from the fridge, dad, an adaptation of a slang phrase meaning cool that id heard in that jewel among teenage exploitation films, beat girl 1960. A sentimental person is strongly influenced by emotional feelings, especially about happy. Sentimental synonyms, sentimental antonyms merriam. This slang page is designed to explain what the meaning of mushy is. This is the british english definition of sentimental.
The yiddish language is a wonderful source of rich expressions, especially terms of endearment and of course, complaints and insults. Weeping willow is london cockney rhyming slang for pillow. Schmaltzy definition of schmaltzy by the free dictionary. The sentiment score is estimated automatically based on existing sentiment words, word to word similarity, and the word usage in social media. Ned, getting sentimental, warbled a serenade with the pensive refrain. This is best demonstrated by trying to explain cheesiness t. To be greatly emotional about something that means a lot to you. Youll find more than 5,700 citations from tv shows, movies, news publications, and other sources. Synonyms for over sentimental at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions. The words origin is unknown, and though many theories exist regarding its etymology, none is considered conclusive.
Sentimental means relating to or involving feelings such as pity or love, especially for things in the past. Find 5 synonyms for oversentimental and other similar words that you can use instead based on 2 separate contexts from our thesaurus. I have sentimental ties to the small town i grew up in. Over 100,000 french translations of english words and phrases. Synonyms, crossword answers and other related words for oversentimental icky we hope that the following list of synonyms for the word icky will help you to finish your crossword today. You can complete the list of synonyms of sentimental given by the english thesaurus dictionary with other english dictionaries. Accadacca how aussies refer to australian band acdc.
Sentimental meant marked or governed by feeling, sensibility, or emotional idealism. In a positive way, yet over the top or trying too hard. It was coined in 1768 by novelist laurence sterne to name a hypercritical traveler in his book. Overly sentimental crossword clue answer crossword heaven. Her book is sweetly sentimental, and full of heartrending scenes of separation and reunion. Oversentimental crossword answers, clues, definition. Sentimental adjective definition and synonyms macmillan. French translation of sentimental collins englishfrench. Information about sentimental in the dictionary, synonyms and antonyms. Originally published in 1960, the dictionary of american slang is widely regarded as the standard in its field. Word up is american slang for to speak out, to tell the truth, to say something meaningful.
Change your default dictionary to american english. Our paintings and photographs are of sentimental value only. Definition of mawkish sentimental in an exaggerated or false way. Find descriptive alternatives for over sentimental. Oversentimental definition, expressive of or appealing to sentiment, especially the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia. Synonyms for over sentimental at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and. Having, showing, or caused by emotion, especially tender or affectionate feeling. Sentimental synonyms, sentimental antonyms merriamwebster. Sentimental meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. Top synonyms for sentimental other words for sentimental are emotional, maudlin and mushy. Synonyms for oversentimental at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions. Wish i was old and a little sentimental derived from emotion rather than reason. Search sentimental value and thousands of other words in english definition and synonym dictionary from reverso. Find another word for sentimental at yourdictionary.
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