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Sappy

usgb/ˈsæpi/Volume
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Expressing Emotions

Used when emotions or affection are exaggerated to the point of being seen as insincere or corny.

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The movie had such sappy dialogue that some viewers giggled.
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Colloquial Use

Common in informal conversation but less appropriate in formal writing or speech.

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He gave a sappy speech at the farewell party.
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Negative Connotation

Implies disapproval or dissatisfaction, suggesting that something is excessively sentimental.

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Critics panned the play for its sappy love scenes.
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CheesyCloyingCornyEmotionalMawkishMushySaccharineSchmaltzySentimentalSoppy
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