Correct spelling for the English word "sentimentise" is [sˈɛntɪmˌɛnta͡ɪz], [sˈɛntɪmˌɛntaɪz], [s_ˈɛ_n_t_ɪ_m_ˌɛ_n_t_aɪ_z] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
"Sentimentise" is a term that refers to the act of imbuing or expressing sentiments or emotions, particularly in a manner that is excessive, exaggerated, or overly emotional. It involves transforming or presenting something in a way that emphasizes and appeals to emotions, rather than focusing on rational or objective aspects.
This verb is often used to describe how a person or piece of media attempts to create an emotional response or connection with the audience or viewers by appealing to their sentiments. It implies a deliberate attempt to evoke strong emotional reactions, usually of a positive nature, such as sympathy, nostalgia, empathy, or admiration.
The process of sentimentising can be observed in various forms of artistic expression, including literature, music, films, advertisements, or speeches, where the creator aims to manipulate the audience's emotions for a specific purpose. It often involves utilizing sentimental themes, scenarios, characters, or language, and may utilize techniques such as music, visuals, or storytelling to amplify the emotional impact.
However, sentimentising can also be used in a more critical sense, describing a tendency to focus on sentiment and emotion over rationality and logic. In this context, it may refer to an excessive reliance on subjective feelings or emotional reactions, sometimes leading to a biased or distorted understanding of a particular issue or situation.
The word "sentimentise" does not have an established etymology as it is not widely used or recognized in the English language. It appears to be a derivative of the word "sentiment" but might have been formed by adding the suffix "-ise" to it. However, this is speculative as it does not reflect any documented linguistic development. It is possible that "sentimentise" is a neologism or a coined term with a specialized or unique meaning.