melindroso — meaning in English

English meaning

• feisty adj Full of spirit and energy; not afraid to stand up for oneself.
• maudlin adj Excessively and foolishly sentimental or emotional, especially in a tearful way, often from drink.

Senses

melindroso is used for these senses in English:

• feisty Easily offended and ready to bicker.
• maudlin Extravagantly or excessively sentimental; mawkish, self-pitying. [from 17th c.]

Related Portuguese words