Dictionary Check: sentimentalize

"sentimentalize" is a valid word!

Scrabble 25 points
Words with Friends 29 points

Definition

verb

look at with sentimentality or turn into an object of sentiment

Example: "Don't sentimentalize the past events"
Synonyms:
verb

make (someone or something) sentimental or imbue with sentimental qualities

Example: "Too much poetry sentimentalizes the mind"
Synonyms:
verb

act in a sentimental way or indulge in sentimental thoughts or expression

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