MAUDLIN
(adj.sat, noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Maudlin.
How to pronounce maudlin:
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Maudlin - as an adjective satellite
Effusively or insincerely emotional
Example: "A bathetic novel"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bathetic15drippy14hokey15kitschy19mawkish19mushy13sappy12schmaltzy28schmalzy27sentimental13slushy12soppy12soupy10Maudlin - as a noun
The magdalene; mary magdalene.
Either of two aromatic plants, costmary or sweet yarrow.
A magdalene house; a brothel.
Maudlin - as an adjective
Affectionate or sentimental in an effusive, tearful, or foolish manner, especially because of drunkenness.
Extravagantly or excessively sentimental; mawkish, self-pitying.
Tearful, lachrymose.
Example Sentences
"She became maudlin after a few drinks, reminiscing about her lost love."
"The movie was too maudlin for my taste, with its exaggerated sentimental scenes."
"He has a tendency to get maudlin when he's tired, often shedding tears for no reason."
"The maudlin song brought back memories of happier times."
"The actor's maudlin performance moved the audience to tears."
Word Game Points
Is MAUDLIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, maudlin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MAUDLIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is MAUDLIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, maudlin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMAUDLIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is MAUDLIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, maudlin is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMAUDLIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
