sentimentality
Translation
sentimentality, mawkishness, emotionalism
Examples
He has no time for sentimentality.
He has no time for sentimentality.
Grammar Patterns
((sentimentality)) the quality of being based on emotion rather than reason He has no time for sentimentality.
Similar Words
Synonyms: emotionalism, mawkishness; Antonyms: cynicism, pragmatism
Etymology
Derived from 'sentimental', which comes from 'sentiment'. The suffix '-ity' forms a noun indicating a quality or state.
Memory Tips
It's the quality (-ity) of being too 'sentimental'. Often used with a negative connotation of excessive or inappropriate emotion.