Sentiment Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“Sentimentality is the only sentiment that rubs you the wrong way.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Razor's Edge, 1944
Sentimentality can feel manipulative when it forces emotion without authenticity.
In simple terms: Fake feelings feel wrong.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine emotional expression.
Themes
authenticity
emotion
manipulation
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative writing
- media criticism
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you feel sentimentality is genuine?
- How do you differentiate authentic emotion from forced?
A Different Perspective
Not all sentiment is bad; some can be sincere and uplifting.
