noun
- excessive sentimentality, especially in art, music, or literature
- rendered chicken fat used in cooking
Usage: informal
Usage: culinary
Examples
- The movie was full of schmaltz, with overly dramatic music and tearful scenes.
- Critics dismissed the novel as pure schmaltz.
- The song’s schmaltz made it popular with some audiences but annoying to others.
- She cooked the potatoes in schmaltz for extra flavor.
- Traditional Jewish cooking often uses schmaltz instead of butter.
- The restaurant’s matzo balls were made with schmaltz.
- His speech was criticized for its schmaltz and lack of substance.