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

Artificial Sweeteners Some evidence suggests that artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame and sucralose, may harm brain health. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 June 2025

And the reality is that with some key exceptions like for example, Gorgie, most energy drinks that are sugar-conscious use sucralose as an artificial sweetener (i.e., Alani, Celsius). —Shimite Obialo, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025

Drinking sucralose, on the other hand, had no effect on those hormones, leading hunger and cravings to continue. —Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Apr. 2025

At high temperatures, sucralose begins to break down and interact with other ingredients. —Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2025

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