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

Many studies show that sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose don’t cause major changes in blood sugar or insulin levels. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 10 Nov. 2025

And they’re all sweetened, usually with stevia, monk fruit, sucralose, or a similar low/no calorie sweetener. —Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025

While continued research is critical, scientific regulatory authorities worldwide, including the FDA, have repeatedly confirmed sucralose’s safety for decades. —Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025

The flavors are bold—there’s Blue Raspberry, Orange Cream, and Strawberry Watermelon—but sweetened with sucralose, which may be a downside for some. —Francesca Krempa, SELF, 7 Aug. 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