1
as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
trudging over soppy ground at the county fair
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2
as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
scanned the racks looking for the soppiest valentine the store had
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Recent Examples of soppy
Brash simian Robbie is a lot more fun to watch than soppy simian Robbie.
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Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
Paul is Roy, the prickly guy whose sarcastic exterior hides a soppy desire to be loved.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
The song is saccharine, soppy, and tongue-in-cheek, like all of Redd Kross’ best power pop songs.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2024
The father, Richard (David Paymer), is a charming if soppy patriarch, and certainly the most Allen-esque character.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 June 2024
Even so, as the unfiltered Moon in your intimacy zone aggravates soppy Neptune in your expressive 5th house, knowing when to stop sharing the gory details of your physical symptoms could be a challenge.
—Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 11 Aug. 2023
But all that was soppy nonsense and wishful thinking.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 17 July 2023
The overstuffed story oscillates between intimate, sometimes soppy drama and world-shaking events, most profoundly in terms of the slave trade.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2022
Rossi recorded this soppy love song for Slade Smiley, her beau who was famously behind on child-support payments to his ex.
—Louis Staples, Vulture, 23 June 2022
Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
Paul is Roy, the prickly guy whose sarcastic exterior hides a soppy desire to be loved.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
The song is saccharine, soppy, and tongue-in-cheek, like all of Redd Kross’ best power pop songs.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2024
The father, Richard (David Paymer), is a charming if soppy patriarch, and certainly the most Allen-esque character.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 June 2024
Even so, as the unfiltered Moon in your intimacy zone aggravates soppy Neptune in your expressive 5th house, knowing when to stop sharing the gory details of your physical symptoms could be a challenge.
—Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 11 Aug. 2023
But all that was soppy nonsense and wishful thinking.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 17 July 2023
The overstuffed story oscillates between intimate, sometimes soppy drama and world-shaking events, most profoundly in terms of the slave trade.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2022
Rossi recorded this soppy love song for Slade Smiley, her beau who was famously behind on child-support payments to his ex.
—Louis Staples, Vulture, 23 June 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soppy
Adjective
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After some sentimental speeches, Bracco and Macli exchanged rings.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The sentimental old-school racer who now sees his legacy not just in trophies, but in the people holding his hand in Victory Lane.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In today’s saturated media landscape, the most compelling campaigns aren’t built on data points alone but on stories that humanize a brand, evoke emotion and inspire action.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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In today’s saturated market, simply having a great story isn’t enough.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Vionic Kimmie Sneakers $130 $60 at Amazon These Vionic sneakers have perforated suede leather uppers that provide maximum airflow to keep your feet cool on hot, sticky afternoons.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2025
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Rakestraw was excellent in training camp last year, showing a knack for the ball, sticky coverage and physicality in the run game.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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During a succession of poor wet seasons, the females postpone reproductive maturation up to 10 years and may produce a litter only once a decade.—
Stephen S. Hall,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Allowing a wet rug to sit too long can cause mold and mildew to develop.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Trump administration has been accused of being sloppy in selecting its targets for arrest and deportation, with critics accusing them of relying on tattoo symbols and clothing to make their allegations of gang affiliation.—
Jonathan Easley,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2025
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Given publicly available information and pages of corrections Tyler provided to the reporters, the editorial board’s commentary is at best sloppy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Fully saturate mid-lengths to ends, avoiding your scalp entirely.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
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Alternatively, saturate cotton balls with essential oil and place them near all possible entry points.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The new arrivals bedded down on sodden ground along the tracks, their campfires flickering in the night.—
Michael Luo,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
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Instead of creating huge reservoirs to dam the rivers and compromise their delicate ecology, Bhutanese turbines harness their natural flow, meaning a glut of power during the sodden summers and a dearth during the parched winters.—
By Charlie Campbell/Gelephu, Bhutan,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Without federal funding, towns like Canton have to figure out how to secure money for projects such as finding a new location for its flooded firehouse.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2025
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One of the vehicles left the flooded road and was swept under a bridge.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Soppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soppy. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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