Sentimentalist (noun)

A person who is overly influenced by their emotions or sentiment, especially in an indulgent or maudlin way.

Origin:

The word 'sentimentalist' originated in the late 18th century and refers to a person who is overly influenced by their emotions or sentiment, especially in an indulgent or maudlin way.

Examples:

1. The sentimentalist was easily moved to tears by the sappy movie.
2. The sentimentalist's fond memories of childhood were often the source of their excessive nostalgia.
3. Critics accused the author of being a sentimentalist, as their stories often focused on heartwarming themes.
4. The sentimentalist's sentimental attachment to the old family home was a source of frustration for their practical spouse.
5. The sentimentalist's fondness for nostalgia was seen as a weakness by their more practical friends.