The term "sappy message" refers to a communication—often written or spoken—that is overly sentimental or emotionally exaggerated. It typically conveys exaggerated feelings of love, affection, or nostalgia, often to the point of being perceived as insincere or cloying. Such messages might be found in greeting cards, romantic movies, or social media posts.
The word "sappy" derives from "sap," which refers to the fluid that circulates through a plant, giving it life. The term evolved to describe something that is overly sweet or emotionally excessive, akin to the way sap can be thick and syrupy.