sugary

adjective

sug·​ary ˈshu̇-g(ə-)rē 

1

a

: exaggeratedly sweet : honeyed

his sugary deprecating voice

—D. H. Lawrence

b

: cloyingly sweet : sentimental

2

: containing, resembling, or tasting of sugar

Synonyms

• sentimental
• sticky
• sloppy
• saccharine

Examples of sugary in a Sentence

writes sugary lyrics for singers of country music

Recent Examples on the Web

For those consuming the same amount of sugary drinks, the risk was 23% higher. —New Atlas, 29 July 2025

When Chile enacted strict labeling laws and restrictions on advertising, sugary drink consumption fell by nearly a quarter. —Jennifer Lutz, New York Daily News, 29 July 2025

Gradually replace sugary drinks with water, herbal teas, or sparkling water. —Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025

In addition to working with Kelly Rowland’s trainer three days a week, Lizzo transitioned from a vegan to protein and veggie diet and cut sugary foods in the morning. —Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 24 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

sugary

adjective

sug·​ary ˈshu̇g-(ə-)rē 

1

: too sweetly sentimental

2

: containing, resembling, or tasting of sugar