Definition of "cheesy" in English

adjective

1. Of or relating to cheese.

   • This sandwich is full of cheesy goodness.

2. Resembling or containing cheese.

   • a cheesy flavor; cheesy nachos
   • I like pizzas with a cheesy crust.

3. (informal) Overdramatic, excessively emotional or clichéd, trite, contrived.

   • a cheesy song; a cheesy movie
   • The cheesy antics had everyone giggling.

4. (informal) Cheap, of poor quality.

5. Exaggerated and likely to be forced or insincere. (of a smile or grin)