unsweetened

adjective

un·​sweet·​ened ˌən-ˈswē-tᵊnd How to pronounce unsweetened (audio)
Synonyms of unsweetenednext
: not containing added sugar : not sweetened
unsweetened baking chocolate

Examples of unsweetened in a Sentence

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Better options include unsweetened milk, coconut water, or plain water. Christina Manian, Health, 31 Dec. 2025 Yes, unsweetened coffee or tea left out for less than 8 hours is typically safe to drink, though the taste might not be as good. Christina Manian, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025 Avoid sugary drinks and choose water or unsweetened herbal teas instead. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025 Beverages include lemonade, sweet and unsweetened tea, and fountain drinks. Susan Gill Vardon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unsweetened

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unsweetened was circa 1775

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“Unsweetened.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsweetened. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.

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