Cutesy
(adjective)
- Intended to be charming or attractive in a childlike or quaint way.
- Overly or affectedly cute.
Origin:
1930s: from cuteness + -y.
Examples:
- The cutesy design on the packaging made it appealing to children.
- The cutesy decor in the room was too saccharine for her taste.
- The cutesy words and phrases used in the conversation were grating.
- The cutesy characters in the cartoon were meant to be endearing.
- The cutesy behavior of the actress was seen as insincere.