maudlin
adjectiveHow many syllables in maudlin?
There are 2 syllables in the word maudlin.How to pronounce maudlin:
Definition of maudlin:
- maudlin (adjective):
- effusively or insincerely emotional.
- drunk enough to be emotionally silly
- foolishly or tearfully sentimental, esp. as a result of drinking
Synonyms for maudlin:
mushysappycloyinggooeyslushycornyschmaltzymawkishwetsugaryShow 9 more
Antonyms for maudlin:
prosaicunassumingcalmunpretentioushardheadedquietinconspicuousmodesttoughunobtrusiveShow 15 more
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