mawkishness
|maw/kish/ness|
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/ˈmɔːkɪʃnəs/
(mawkish)
overly sentimental
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mawkish' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'mauk,' where 'mauk' meant 'maggot.'
Historical Evolution
'mauk' transformed into the English word 'mawkish,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mawkishness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a sickly taste,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'overly sentimental.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being overly sentimental or emotional, often to the point of being sickening or insincere.
The movie was criticized for its mawkishness, as it seemed to manipulate the audience's emotions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42