emotionalism
Translation
emotionalism
Examples
Her speech was criticized for its emotionalism.
Her speech was criticized for its emotionalism.
The play avoided cheap emotionalism.
The play avoided cheap emotionalism.
Grammar Patterns
((emotionalism)) as an uncountable noun The director's style is known for its emotionalism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sentimentality, melodrama; Antonyms: rationalism, stoicism
Etymology
From 'emotional' + '-ism', a suffix indicating a practice, system, or philosophy.
Memory Tips
'Emotionalism' is the tendency to be overly emotional, often seen as excessive. Think of 'emotional' + '-ism' as the 'practice of being emotional'.