honeyed

adjective

hon·​eyed ˈhə-nēd How to pronounce honeyed (audio)
Synonyms of honeyednext
1
a
: made with or having honey
b
: resembling honey
2
: pleasingly sweet
her honeyed voice

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The Admiral Schley’s High Ball is a lovely and disarming drink, the bright fruit of the pineapple teasing out the honeyed brightness of the dessert wine, with the mild oak from the Irish Whiskey providing structure, a kind of a gentle but present backbone. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2026 Country kitchens were comforting and cheerful, defined by their honeyed wood cabinetry and welcoming layouts. Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026 The light was honeyed, her face in it creased with worry. Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026 The base is just coconut milk, condensed coconut milk, and evaporated coconut milk; ¼ teaspoon saffron steeped in 2 tablespoons boiling water lends a honeyed floral depth and an electric orange hue. Beth Kracklauer, Outside, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for honeyed

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of honeyed was in the 14th century

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“Honeyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honeyed. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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