noun
- the quality or state of being tearful, sad, or inclined to weep; excessive sentimentality or emotional display
Usage: formal; often used to describe an excessive or affected display of emotion
Examples
- The film's lachrymosity was criticized by reviewers who found it manipulative.
- Her lachrymosity during the speech made it difficult for the audience to take her seriously.
- The novel's excessive lachrymosity detracted from its more meaningful themes.
- He was known for his lachrymosity at weddings and funerals.
- The actor's performance was marred by unconvincing lachrymosity.
- Critics dismissed the movie as pure lachrymosity without substance.