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cornily

/kɔrnɪli/ adverb · British & US
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What does cornily mean?

adverb

In a corny or overly sentimental manner; in a way that is excessively sentimental or mawkish.

Example

"The actor's performance was cornily over-the-top, but it added to the film's charm."

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