soppy
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for soppy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way seen as excessive.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way seen as excessive.
“He wrote her a soppy love letter for Valentine's Day.”
2. adj
Thoroughly wet or soaked.
“Her shoes were soppy after walking through the puddles.”
Opposites
Etymology
From sop + -y. The "overly sentimental" sense is unrelated to the similar-sounding "sappy," despite the overlap in meaning.
Full origin of soppy →Frequently asked questions
What does “soppy” mean?
The word “soppy” means overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way seen as excessive. In plain terms, overly emotional/sentimental, or drenched with water.
How do you pronounce “soppy”?
“Soppy” is pronounced SO-pee (/ˈsɒpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “soppy” in a sentence?
Here is “soppy” used in a sentence: “He wrote her a soppy love letter for Valentine's Day.”
What part of speech is “soppy”?
“Soppy” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “soppy” have?
“Soppy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way seen as excessive.
