sappy
12 synonyms for sappy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Overly sentimental or emotional, in a way that feels exaggerated or corny.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sappy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sappy movie
sappy love song
get sappy
Etymology
From Old English "saepig," meaning "full of sap," built from sap plus "-y."
Full origin of sappy →Frequently asked questions
What does “sappy” mean?
The word “sappy” means overly sentimental or emotional, in a way that feels exaggerated or corny. In plain terms, overly emotional or sentimental, almost to the point of being cheesy.
How do you pronounce “sappy”?
“Sappy” is pronounced SA-pee (/ˈsæpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “sappy” in a sentence?
Here is “sappy” used in a sentence: “The movie's ending was a bit too sappy for my taste.”
What part of speech is “sappy”?
“Sappy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sappy” come from?
The word “sappy” comes from Old English. From Old English "saepig," meaning "full of sap," built from sap plus "-y.".
How many meanings does “sappy” have?
“Sappy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: overly sentimental or emotional, in a way that feels exaggerated or corny.
