maudlin Synonyms & Antonyms
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Maudlin as a Noun
The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene.
Either of two aromatic plants, costmary or sweet yarrow.
A Magdalene house; a brothel.
Maudlin as an Adjective
Affectionate or sentimental in an effusive, tearful, or foolish manner, especially because of drunkenness.
Extravagantly or excessively sentimental; mawkish, self-pitying.
Tearful, lachrymose.
Word Forms & Grammar
maudlin (plural maudlins)
maudlin (comparative more maudlin, superlative most maudlin)
Words That Rhyme With Maudlin
Origin of Maudlin
From Middle English Maudelen, a dialectal form of Mary Magdalene (typically depicted weeping), from Old French Madelaine (whence Madeleine), from Late Latin Magdalena (see Magdalena, Magdalene, and Maudlin).
Maudlin in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɔːd.lɪn/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Meaning | The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene |
| Plural | maudlins |
| Comparative / superlative | more maudlin, most maudlin |
How Do You Say Maudlin?
You say maudlin as /ˈmɔːd.lɪn/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (mɔːd).
Common Questions About Maudlin
Is maudlin a noun or an adjective?
Maudlin is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of maudlin?
The plural of maudlin is maudlins.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of maudlin?
The comparative form is more maudlin and the superlative form is most maudlin.