gushy

[ guhsh-ee ]

adjective

, gush·i·er, gush·i·est.

1. given to or marked by excessively effusive talk, behavior, etc.

   Synonyms: unreserved, demonstrative, unrestrained, enthusiastic, emotional

gushy

/ ˈɡʌʃɪ /

adjective

1. informal.
   displaying excessive admiration or sentimentality

Derived Forms

• ˈgushily, adverb
• ˈgushiness, noun

Other Words From

• gushi·ly adverb
• gushi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of gushy¹

First recorded in 1835–45; gush + -y ¹

Example Sentences

That unspoken contract between gore-hungry viewers and the film is mostly forged by Christien Tinsley, the makeup effects artist whose gushy prosthetics are shown off at every turn.

From Los Angeles Times

Expect shaky camera, jump-scare-filled, gushy, gory, bloody treats, and all focused on reigniting the Evil Dead canon.

From Washington Times

After leaving the Times, Ms. Sheraton became a kind of food evangelist and archaeologist — somewhere between gushy Guy Fieri and the rakish Bourdain — with books and columns in the Daily Beast and an “Ask Mimi” podcast.

From Washington Post

But while relaxed in each other's company, they were not gushy hand-holders who lingered before a gathered media.

From BBC

We see love glorified in gushy social media posts and one-size-fits-all cards.

From Washington Post