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larmoyant — meaning in English

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English meaning

maudlin adj Excessively and foolishly sentimental or emotional, especially in a tearful way, often from drink.
schmaltzy adj Very sentimental in a way that feels exaggerated or corny.
teary adj Having eyes filled with tears, or inclined to cry.

Senses

larmoyant is used for these senses in English:

maudlin Affectionate or sentimental in an effusive, tearful, or foolish manner, especially because of drunkenness. [from 17th c.]
schmaltzy Overly sentimental, emotional, maudlin or bathetic.
teary Of eyes, filled with tears.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

verheult rührselig selbstmitleidig schmalzig