adjective
- more excessively sentimental or overly emotional in a way that seems artificial or overdone
Usage: comparative form of schmaltzy; informal
Examples
- The sequel was even schmaltzier than the original romantic comedy.
- His second speech was schmaltzier and less convincing than his first.
- The holiday movie got schmaltzier with each passing scene.
- Critics found the director’s latest film schmaltzier than his previous work.
- The song’s chorus became schmaltzier when they added the string section.
- Her writing style has grown schmaltzier over the years.