larmoyant

/laʁ.mwa.jɑ̃/

Definitions

1. adjective

Given to tears or affectedly emotional, often as a way of manipulating others.

“She used her larmoyant display to get sympathy from her friends.”

2. noun

A person who uses tears or emotional displays to manipulate others.

“The con artist was accused of being a larmoyant, preying on people’s emotions for financial gain.”

Synonyms

  • dramatic
  • emotive
  • melodramatic
  • sentimental

Antonyms

  • aloof
  • callous
  • hard-hearted
  • unemotional