Synonyms of candied

candied

verb

past tense of candy

as in sweetened

to make more desirable

the publisher hopes the flashy cover will candy up the novel for impulse buyers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sweetened
• spruced
• enhanced
• improved
• dressed up
• ameliorated
• enriched
• embellished
• tricked
• meliorated
• souped up
• dolled up
• cosmeticized

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of candied

That’s basically the reason cheese straws and candied pecans exist. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026

And classic cheesecake benefits from orange marmalade and candied pistachio crumbles. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

An order of churro French toast ($14) came with ample strawberries, candied pecans and a cinnamon Biscoff drizzle. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026

Baking bread with a zesty hint of lemon peel intermixed with complex notes of chamomile and candied violets. — Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Most candied nut recipes call for a low-and-slow bake in the oven, but this recipe cooks quickly on the stove. — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 23 June 2026

This is probably closest to bacon candy or candied bacon. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 17 June 2026

There will also be concession stands offering both free and premium snacks such as popcorn, soft pretzels and candied warm nuts, plus a dedicated game-day food menu from hotel restaurant Proper Grit. — Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026

Look for notes of toffee, caramel, figs, and candied fruit on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 June 2026