Sappy
(adjective)
- Excessively sentimental or emotional; excessively or cloyingly sweet.
- Lacking in strength or vitality; weak or feeble.
Origin:
The origin of the word sappy is uncertain, but it is believed to be related to the word "sap" which refers to the fluid that circulates in plants.
Examples:
- The movie was sappy and overly sentimental, with a predictable and cliche-ridden plot.
- The novel was sappy and full of cloying sentimentality, making it hard to take seriously.
- He was sappy in his declaration of love, making her feel uncomfortable.
- The sappy dialogue in the play made it difficult to take the characters seriously.
- The sappy music was making him feel nauseous.