Quote by Oscar Wilde

For a sentimentalist is simply one who desires to have the luxury of an emotion without paying for it.

For a sentimentalist is simply one who desires to have the l

Summary

This quote suggests that a sentimentalist is someone who craves the emotional experience without being willing to face the genuine consequences or costs associated with it. It implies that sentimentalists seek the pleasurable aspects of emotions, seeking the luxury of feeling without having to deal with the hardships or sacrifices that often accompany those emotions. Overall, the quote elucidates the notion that sentimentality can be perceived as an insincere or superficial way of engaging with emotions.

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Emotions Luxury

By Oscar Wilde

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