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Sentimentalise is a verb that refers to the act of excessively or overly expressing feelings of affection, pity, or nostalgia towards something or someone. When someone sentimentalises a particular person, object, event, or situation, they tend to attach and convey sentimental, emotional, or nostalgic value to it, often idealizing or exaggerating its significance.
The term "sentimentalise" often carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting that the person engaging in such behavior is being overly emotional or unrealistic in their perception. However, it can also be used neutrally or positively, especially when implying a certain level of appreciation or reverence for a sentimental aspect.
The act of sentimentalising typically involves emphasizing and dwelling on emotional aspects of a situation or object, rather than focusing on its practical or objective qualities. Sentimentalising can lead to a more emotional response, where personal and subjective associations take precedence over rational thought or critical analysis.
In literature, film, or art, sentimentalising may be used deliberately to evoke emotions in the audience or to create a nostalgic atmosphere. However, it is also important to note that sentimentalising can sometimes lead to a distortion of reality, as it prioritizes individual feelings and memories over objective truths or facts.
In summary, sentimentalise refers to the act of excessively expressing or idealizing emotions, affection, or nostalgia for something or someone. It implies attaching sentimental or emotional value to a person, object, event, or situation, often to the point of exaggeration or disregarding objective reality.
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To affect refined thought and express it in suitable language.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "sentimentalise" is derived from the noun "sentiment" and the suffix "-alize". The term "sentiment" comes from the Latin word "sentimentum", which means "feeling" or "thought". It was first used in English in the early 17th century and originally referred to an opinion or feeling that someone holds. Over time, it developed its modern usage, which refers to an emotional or romantic feeling of tenderness or nostalgia.
The suffix "-alize" is derived from the late Latin "-izare" and the Greek "-izein", both of which mean "to make" or "to become". When added to a noun, "-alize" transforms it into a verb, indicating the act of making or becoming that particular noun.
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