Confection — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Confection
Confection (noun)
- the act or process of confecting
- something confected
- a fancy dish or sweetmeat; also, a sweet food
Confection (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a food having a high sugar content
"following the main course there were assorted confections so delicious-looking as to tempt even determined dieters"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Confection
The most common words with a similar meaning to Confection:
Origin & Etymology of Confection
Middle English confeccioun "preparation by mixing ingredients, something prepared by mixing, as a medicine or dish of food," borrowed from Anglo-French confectiun, confeccion, borrowed from Medieval Latin confectiōn-, confectiō, going back to Latin, "making ready for use, preparation," from conficere "to carry out, perform, make, bring about, collect, bring to completion" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action confect
First known use: 15th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Confection
What does "Confection" mean?
"Confection" means the act or process of confecting. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of confecting.
What is another word for "Confection"?
Other words for "Confection" include sweet and sweetmeat. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Confection" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Confection"?
There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Confection". Common alternatives include sweet and sweetmeat.
How do you use "Confection" in a sentence?
Examples of "Confection" in a sentence: "following the main course there were assorted confections so delicious-looking as to tempt even determined dieters".
Is "Confection" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Confection" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Confection"?
"Confection" is pronounced /kən-ˈfek-shən/ and divided into syllables as con·fec·tion.
What is the origin of the word "Confection"?
"Confection" comes from Middle English confeccioun "preparation by mixing ingredients, something prepared by mixing, as a medicine or dish of food," borrowed from Anglo-French confectiun, confeccion, borrowed from Medieval Latin confectiōn-, confectiō, going back to Latin, "making ready for use, preparation," from conficere "to carry out, perform, make, bring about, collect, bring to completion" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action confect. First known use: 15th century.
What is another word for "Confection" meaning "a food having a high sugar content"?
When "Confection" (noun) means a food having a high sugar content, synonyms include sweet and sweetmeat.