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

Additionally, consuming sucralose specifically for at least six weeks every day may significantly lower overall memory and brain function.1112 5. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 June 2025

Artificial sweeteners are often marketed as safe sugar substitutes for people with diabetes, but studies on sucralose reveal mixed results, particularly for people with severe obesity and those who do not regularly consume sucralose—all of whom may see a blood sugar spike after consuming sucralose. —Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2025

There are some artificial sweeteners, too — aspartame, sucralose, and saccharin — that are permitted in the US and the EU, but generally, Europe puts many more restrictions on unhealthy artificial ingredients than the US does. —Dylan Scott, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018

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