Taffy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈta-fē/ taf·fy

Meaning & Definition of Taffy

Taffy (noun)

  1. a boiled candy usually of sugar, molasses or corn syrup, butter, and often vinegar and vanilla that is pulled until porous and glossy
  2. insincere flattery

Taffy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. excessive praise

    "the magazine's profiles of showbiz celebrities tend to be pure taffy"

    similar: adulation, blarney, butter, flannel (British), flattery, incense, overpraise, soft soap, sweet talk
    related: allurements, blandishments, endearments, caresses, compliments, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects, adoration, idolatry, worship, fawning, sycophancy, toadying, cajolement, cajolery, ingratiation, smarm, acclaim, applause, commendation, praise
    near: bad-mouthing, belittlement, depreciation, detraction, disparagement, put-down

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Taffy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Taffy:

British: flannel
adulation, blarney, butter, flattery, incense, overpraise, soft soap, sweet talk

Related Words for Taffy

allurements, blandishments, endearments, caresses, compliments, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects, adoration, idolatry, worship, fawning, sycophancy, toadying, cajolement, cajolery, ingratiation, smarm, acclaim, applause, commendation, praise

Near Antonyms of Taffy

bad-mouthing, belittlement, depreciation, detraction, disparagement, put-down

Word Forms of Taffy

Inflections: taffies

Origin & Etymology of Taffy

origin unknown

First known use: circa 1817

Words & Phrases Containing Taffy

saltwater taffy

Frequently Asked Questions about Taffy

What does "Taffy" mean?

"Taffy" means a boiled candy usually of sugar, molasses or corn syrup, butter, and often vinegar and vanilla that is pulled until porous and glossy. As a noun, it is defined as: a boiled candy usually of sugar, molasses or corn syrup, butter, and often vinegar and vanilla that is pulled until porous and glossy.

What is another word for "Taffy"?

Other words for "Taffy" include adulation, blarney, butter, flannel, flattery, incense, overpraise and soft soap. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Taffy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Taffy"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Taffy". Common alternatives include adulation, blarney, butter, flannel, flattery, incense, overpraise, soft soap and sweet talk.

How do you use "Taffy" in a sentence?

Examples of "Taffy" in a sentence: "the magazine's profiles of showbiz celebrities tend to be pure taffy".

Is "Taffy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Taffy" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Taffy"?

"Taffy" is pronounced /ˈta-fē/ and divided into syllables as taf·fy.

What is the origin of the word "Taffy"?

"Taffy" comes from origin unknown. First known use: circa 1817.

What is another word for "Taffy" meaning "excessive praise"?

When "Taffy" (noun) means excessive praise, synonyms include adulation, blarney, butter, flannel, flattery and incense.