sugary

adjective

sug·​ary ˈshu̇-g(ə-)rē How to pronounce sugary (audio)
1
a
: exaggeratedly sweet : honeyed
his sugary deprecating voiceD. H. Lawrence
b
: cloyingly sweet : sentimental
2
: containing, resembling, or tasting of sugar

Examples of sugary in a Sentence

writes sugary lyrics for singers of country music
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The role that alcohol and sugary drink consumption truly plays in hair health is still fuzzy. Brian Mastroianni, Health, 5 Sep. 2025 In addition to maintaining good oral hygiene habits at home, such as brushing and flossing, experts recommend tactics like drinking plenty of water, limiting snacks and sugary foods, and quitting smoking to help prevent cavities. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025 The birds are naturally drawn to flowers, but are also known for taking pit stops at bright feeders filled with sugary goodness for them. Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025 Swift’s breakthrough has been finding ways to saturate sugary tunes with information. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sugary

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of sugary was in 1591

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“Sugary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sugary. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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sugary

adjective
sug·​ary ˈshu̇g-(ə-)rē How to pronounce sugary (audio)
1
: too sweetly sentimental
2
: containing, resembling, or tasting of sugar

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