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Sappy

Verb / sæp / Another word for sappy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

excessively sentimental; mawkishly emotional

Synonyms & similar words

silly zany goofy wacky whacky cockamamy cockamamie sentimental mushy maudlin emotional overemotional tearful sobbing weepy touchy-feely gushy schmaltzy cloying over-sentimental romantic lovey-dovey corny slushy sticky treacly drippy

Example sentences

  1. The sappy movie made me cry.
  2. I don't like sappy love stories.
  3. The card was filled with sappy sentiments.
  4. The song was too sappy for my taste.
  5. She gets sappy when she drinks wine.

Quotes

  • I'm a sappy romantic.
  • I'm not a sappy person.
  • I'm a little bit sappy.

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