corny
Say it: KOR-nee /ˈkɔːni/ · adjective
What “corny” means
Too familiar or sentimental, but sometimes sweet or funny.
More precisely: Trite or over-sentimental, often in an endearing way.
Example: “Dad's jokes are corny, but we laugh every single time.”
When to use it
Use it casually for predictable jokes, cheesy romance or sentimental lines that may still make you smile.
Similar words
cheesy, hackneyed, trite
Quick check
Your date presents a heart-shaped cushion and repeats a romantic line you've heard a hundred times. The gesture feels…
original or corny?
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corny
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