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
Vapid and schmaltzy are semantically related. in sentimental topic. In some cases you can use "Vapid" instead an adjective "Schmaltzy".
Nearby Word: schmaltz
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Vapid and Schmaltzy. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 08, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/schmaltzy/vapid
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