Sweet — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Sweet
Sweet (adjective)
- being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is usually pleasing to the taste and typically induced by sugars (as sucrose or glucose)
- containing a sweetening ingredient, not dry
- retaining a portion of natural sugar
Sweet (adverb)
- in a sweet manner
Sweet (noun)
- something that is sweet to the taste
- a food (such as a candy or preserve) having a high sugar content
- dessert
Sweet (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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having qualities that tend to make one loved
"a sweet little kitten"
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giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
"the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read"
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granted special treatment or attention
"promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister"
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having a pleasant smell
"breathed in the sweet air of the azalea garden"
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having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
"a very sweet man directed us to the lost and found"
Sweet (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a food having a high sugar content
"remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets"
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a person with whom one is in love
"my darling, my sweet, won't you be mine?"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sweet
The most common words with a similar meaning to Sweet:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Sweet
Words with the opposite meaning of Sweet:
Near Antonyms of Sweet
Word Forms of Sweet
Origin & Etymology of Sweet
Middle English swete, from Old English swēte; akin to Old High German suozi sweet, Latin suadēre to urge, suavis sweet, Greek hēdys
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Sweet
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 18
- Topics: Food & Drinks
Words & Phrases Containing Sweet
Frequently Asked Questions about Sweet
What does "Sweet" mean?
"Sweet" means being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is usually pleasing to the taste and typically induced by sugars (as sucrose or glucose). As an an adjective, an adverb and a noun, it is defined as: being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is usually pleasing to the taste and typically induced by sugars (as sucrose or glucose). It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Sweet"?
Other words for "Sweet" include adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovable, lovesome and precious. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sweet" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Sweet"?
There are 205 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sweet". Common alternatives include adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovable, lovesome, precious, winning and winsome.
What is the opposite of "Sweet"?
Antonyms of "Sweet" include abhorrent, abominable, detestable, hateful, loathsome, odious, unlovable and disagreeable. Near antonyms include unloved, contemptible, disgusting and distasteful.
How do you use "Sweet" in a sentence?
Examples of "Sweet" in a sentence: "a sweet little kitten"; "the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read"; "promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister".
Is "Sweet" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Sweet" can be used as an adjective, an adverb and a noun, depending on the context.
Is "Sweet" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A2-level word, "Sweet" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.
How do you pronounce "Sweet"?
"Sweet" is pronounced /ˈswēt/.