Definition: Something that is cheesy is considered to be cheap or of low quality, lacking in originality or sincerity, and often overly sentimental or corny.
Use case: You can use this slang to describe something that feels tacky, insincere, or overly sentimental, such as a film, a song, or a piece of writing that relies too much on clichés or predictable formulas. For example, you might say, "I can't stand romantic comedies, they're so cheesy and predictable," or "That love poem you wrote me is sweet, but it's a bit cheesy, don't you think?"
• The movie's plot was so predictable and cheesy, it was painful to watch.
• My dad always tells cheesy jokes that make me roll my eyes.
• He always has the cheesiest pick-up lines when he's trying to impress a girl.
• The restaurant's menu was filled with cheesy dishes like mac and cheese and pizza.
• The decorations at the party were a little cheesy, but it added to the fun.
• I can't believe she wore that cheesy outfit to the gala.