shmaltzier

/ˈʃmɔltˌsaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is overly sentimental or mawkish, especially in a way that is considered insincere or manipulative.

“The movie’s portrayal of the romance was criticized for being too shmaltzier than the actual relationship.”

Synonyms

  • mawkish
  • sentimentalist

Antonyms

  • aloof
  • insensitive