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corniness

/kɔrnɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does corniness mean?

noun

The quality of being excessively sentimental or mawkish, often in a way that is perceived as insincere or overly emotional. Corniness can also refer to a lack of subtlety or nuance in expression or behavior.

Example

"The movie's corniness was evident in its over-the-top romantic scenes and cheesy dialogue."

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