expressive of or appealing to sentiment, esp. the tender emotions
and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia
Synonyms: romantic, tender, nostalgic; maudlin, bathetic
Example:
"To My Friends Who Are........... SINGLE:
Love
is like a butterfly. The more you chase it, the more it eludes you. But if you just let it fly, it will come to you when you
least expect it. Love can make you happy but often it hurts, but love's only special when you give it to someone who is really
worth it. So take your time and choose the best.
To My Friends Who Are............ NOT SO SINGLE
Love isn't about becoming somebody else's"
perfect person." It's about finding someone who helps you become the best person you can be. "
Analysis:
The tone of this passage is sentimental.
The words focus on emotions and sentimentalities rather than on logic. No proof exist that "love is like a butterfly," however,
these words evoke a pleasant emotional response. They are sentimental. The connotations of words and phrases such as "love,"
"happy," and "best person you can be" all contribute to the pathos heavy tone of this excerpt. By equating sentimental with
appealing to one's emotions, you should be able to recognize this tone anywhere.
