Synonyms of sentimentalize

Verb


1. sentimentalize, sentimentalise, misrepresent, belie

usage: look at with sentimentality or turn into an object of sentiment; "Don't sentimentalize the past events"

2. sentimentalize, sentimentalise, change, alter, modify

usage: make (someone or something) sentimental or imbue with sentimental qualities; "Too much poetry sentimentalizes the mind"; "These experiences have sentimentalized her"

3. sentimentalise, sentimentalize, sentimentize, sentimentise, act, behave, do

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

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