sentimentality
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/ˌsɛntɪˌmɛnˈtæləti/
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/ˌsɛntɪˌmɛnˈtælɪti/
excessive emotion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sentimentality' originates from the French word 'sentimentalité', which is derived from 'sentiment', meaning 'feeling'.
Historical Evolution
'sentimentalité' transformed into the English word 'sentimentality' during the 18th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the quality of being sentimental', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being sentimental, often to an excessive degree.
The movie was criticized for its sentimentality.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42