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MAWKISHNESS Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word mawkishness. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word mawkishness. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for MAWKISHNESS

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bathos
nounn
noun

• triteness or triviality of style

• insincere pathos

• a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one

drippiness
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noun

• the physical property of being soft and drippy

• falsely emotional in a maudlin way

mushiness
nounn
noun

• a mushy pulpy softness

• falsely emotional in a maudlin way

sentimentality
nounn
noun

• falsely emotional in a maudlin way

• extravagant or affected feeling or emotion

sloppiness
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noun

• the wetness of ground that is covered or soaked with water

• a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for

• the quality of not being careful or taking pains

• falsely emotional in a maudlin way

soupiness
nounn
noun

• the property of having the thickness of heavy cream

• falsely emotional in a maudlin way

Best Hypernyms For MAWKISHNESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for mawkishness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for BATHOS

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