Schmaltzy
Schmaltzy adjective - Appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way.
Usage example: a schmaltzy television commercial featuring a photogenic, perfect family
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Synonyms for Schmaltzy
Twee and schmaltzy are semantically related. (British) In some cases you can use "Twee" instead an adjective "Schmaltzy".
Nearby Word: schmaltz
Twee
Twee adjective - Affectedly dainty or refined.
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Synonyms for Twee
Schmaltzy and twee are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Schmaltzy" instead an adjective "Twee".
Nearby Word: tweed
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