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mawkishly

/mɔːkwɪʃli/ adverb · British & US
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What does mawkishly mean?

adverb

In a mawkishly sentimental or emotional way; excessively sentimental or emotional.

Example

"The movie's mawkishly sentimental ending left many viewers feeling manipulated."

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