touchy feely
/ˈtʌtʃi ˈfili/
adjective
- Showing emotions and physical affection openly, sometimes in a way that makes others uncomfortable.
- The new manager is very touchy-feely, always hugging everyone in the office.
- The movie had a touchy-feely ending that made half the audience cry.
- Some people enjoy touchy-feely group activities, but others find them awkward.