maudlinly

[ˈmɔːdlɪnli]

maudlinly Definition

in a self-pitying or tearfully sentimental manner.

Using maudlinly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maudlinly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She spoke maudlinly about her ex-boyfriend at the party.

  • Example

    He became maudlinly emotional after drinking too much.

  • Example

    The movie's ending was so maudlinly sentimental that it made me cringe.

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Summary: maudlinly in Brief

'Maudlinly' [ˈmɔːdlɪnli] is an adverb that describes behavior characterized by self-pity or tearful sentimentality. It is often used to describe someone who is overly emotional or sentimental, especially after drinking alcohol. For example, 'She spoke maudlinly about her ex-boyfriend at the party.'