Definition of mushy

mushyadjective

nham hiểm

/ˈmʌʃi//ˈmʌʃi/

The word "mushy" originates from the Old English word "mysc" meaning "soft, damp, or boggy." Over time, "mysc" evolved into "mushie" and later "mushy." The word gained its modern meaning of "soft and watery" likely through its association with mushy foods like porridge. Its use extended to describe emotions and sentiments, reflecting the idea of softness and sentimentalism often associated with mushy feelings.

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soft and thick, like mush

mềm và dày như bột nhão

Example:
  • Cook until the fruit is soft but not mushy.

    Nấu cho đến khi trái cây mềm nhưng không nhão.

too emotional in a way that is embarrassing

quá xúc động theo cách đáng xấu hổ

Example:
  • mushy romantic novels

    tiểu thuyết lãng mạn ủy mị

Related words and phrases

Related words and phrases

Idioms

have/want none of something
to refuse to accept something
  • I offered to pay but he was having none of it.
  • They pretended to be enthusiastic about my work but then suddenly decided they wanted none of it.
    • none but
    (literary)only
  • None but he knew the truth.
    • none the less
    despite this fact
    none other than
    used to emphasize who or what somebody/something is, when this is surprising
  • Her first customer was none other than Mrs Obama.