Soppy

usgb/ˈsɑːpi/
adjective

Being excessively sentimental or emotional.

He was so soppy when he watched the romantic movie, he couldn't stop crying.
Visual representation of "soppy" - Being excessively sentimental or emotional.

Often appears as...

  • soppy film
  • soppy romantic

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Emotional Overload

Use 'soppy' to describe someone showing more emotions than a situation typically warrants.

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Don't be so soppy - it's just a commercial, not a real-life story!
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Colloquial Usage

'Soppy' is casual language, suitable for informal conversations, not formal writing.

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I got all soppy receiving her handmade gift.
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Gender Stereotypes

Beware of using 'soppy' in ways that reinforce gender stereotypes about emotional expression.

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My brother tries to act tough but he's quite soppy about his pets.
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