verb
- to make something emotional or to express something in an emotional way; to treat or regard something with emotion rather than reason
Usage: present participle or gerund form of 'emotionalize'; often used critically to suggest excessive or inappropriate emotional expression
Examples
- The news anchor was accused of emotionalizing the story instead of reporting the facts objectively.
- She tends to avoid emotionalizing difficult conversations by focusing on practical solutions.
- Emotionalizing the debate made it harder for the committee to reach a logical decision.
- The documentary succeeded by emotionalizing the characters' struggles without losing credibility.
- He criticized the politician for emotionalizing economic policy rather than presenting data.
- Emotionalizing a business negotiation can undermine your position at the table.