sucralose

noun

su·​cra·​lose ˈsü-krə-ˌlōs 

: a white crystalline powder C₁₂H₁₉Cl₃O₃ that is derived from sucrose and is used as a low-calorie sweetener having a sweetness of much greater intensity than sucrose

Examples of sucralose in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Zero-sugar sodas are often made of a blend of sweeteners, such as aspartame with acesulfame potassium, stevia, or sucralose. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 4 Aug. 2026

Using Artificial Sweeteners Artificial sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose are found in many food products, including sugar-free candy and low-carb desserts. — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 17 July 2026

Depending on the flavor, a single bar might contain some combination of stevia, sucralose, acesulfame potassium and monk fruit. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 6, Kansas City Star, 6 July 2026

The brand uses a combination of stevia extract and sucralose, which are zero calorie sweeteners. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 6, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably from sucrose + -al entry 3 + -ose entry 2

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sucralose

• adios
• adipose
• amylose
• bellicose
• cellulose
• centavos
• comatose
• diagnose
• grandiose
• granulose
• levulose
• overdose

Medical Definition

sucralose

noun

su·​cra·​lose ˈsü-krə-ˌlōs 

: a white crystalline powder C₁₂H₁₉Cl₃O₈ that is derived from sucrose by the chemical substitution of three chlorine atoms for three hydroxyl groups and that is used as a low-calorie sweetener having a sweetness of much greater intensity than sucrose