Definition

Not showing or expressing feelings or emotions; rejecting emotional responses or sentimental attitudes.

Example

His antisentimental approach to life made him seem cold to some people.

Conversation

I really appreciate art that feels antisentimental, you know?

Yeah, it often tells a more genuine story without the fluff.

Exactly! Sentimentality can sometimes feel a bit forced.

Totally agree. I prefer when emotions come across naturally.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antisentimental is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "sentimental" (from Latin "sentimentalis", meaning relating to feeling or emotion). The word describes a stance that is against or opposed to sentimentality or excessive emotion.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'against' ('anti-') feelings or emotions ('sentimental'). This helps you remember that antisentimental refers to a rejection of sentimentality.

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