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hokey Synonyms

Another word for hokey

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• adjective (Context 1)

Noticeably contrived, overly sentimental, or unconvincing in an awkward or trite way.

Usage Example

"Critics complained that the movie relied on corny dialogue and predictable plot twists."

Strongest
corny
cheesy
Strong
contrived
schmaltzy
mawkish
sappy
hackneyed
tacky
campy

Opposites of hokey

The opposite of hokey shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

genuine
authentic
sincere
convincing
sophisticated
subtle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hokey. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hokey
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