sweet

³sweet

noun

Definition of SWEET

1

: something that is sweet to the taste: as a : a food (as a candy or preserve) having a high sugar content <fill up on sweets> b British : dessert c British : hard candy

2

: a sweet taste sensation

3

: a pleasant or gratifying experience, possession, or state

4

: darling, sweetheart

5

a archaic : fragrance b plural archaic : things having a sweet smell

Examples of SWEET

1. I'm trying to cut down on sweets.
2. <remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets>

First Known Use of SWEET

14th century

Related to SWEET

Synonyms: confection, sweetmeat

Related Words: confectionary, confectionery, sweeties [British]; afters [British], candy, dessert, entremets, pastry

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