How to pronounce Maudlin?

The correct way to pronounce Maudlin is [MAWD-lin]. Emphasis is on the 1 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Maudlin, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Maudlin?

Maudlin – excessively sentimental or emotional, often in a tearful or foolish way. It describes someone who is tearfully sentimental through nostalgia or self-pity. The term is often used to imply that the sentimentality is excessive and inappropriate. It can also refer to a situation or expression that is overly emotional. Maudlin moments can come across as insincere or overly dramatic.

Examples of usage of Maudlin

  1. Her maudlin speech at the farewell party made everyone uncomfortable.
  2. After three glasses of wine, he became maudlin and started reminiscing about his childhood.
  3. The movie was criticized for its maudlin portrayal of love and loss.
  4. His maudlin behavior at the funeral surprised us all, as he had always been so stoic.
  5. The song's maudlin lyrics were meant to evoke a sense of nostalgia for lost times.