schmalz

• Substantif, souvent utilisé dans le contexte de l'art ou de la musique, désignant une sentimentalité excessive ou mièvre ; terme issu du yiddish.

A noun, often used in the context of art or music, referring to excessive or mawkish sentimentality, a term derived from Yiddish.

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1. Excessive sentimentalityC1informalart

   An excessive or mawkish sentimentality, especially in art, music, or literature.

   Sentimentalité excessive

   • The movie was full of schmalz, with its tear-jerking scenes and dramatic music.
   • Critics accused the novel of being pure schmalz, lacking any real depth.
   • The singer's performance was criticized for its schmalz and lack of authenticity.

   Synonymesbathoscornhokumkitschmawkishnessmushsapsentimentalismsentimentalityslush