confection

noun

kən-ˈfek-shən How to pronounce confection (audio)
Definition of confectionnext
as in candy
a food having a high sugar content following the main course there were assorted confections so delicious-looking as to tempt even determined dieters

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Recent Examples of confection The resulting confection is equal parts crisp, tender and lush. — Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 June 2026 The company's specialty nuts -- cashews, confections and snack mixes -- follow the same quality standards as its world famous Virginia Peanuts. — ABC News, 8 June 2026 Production increased by 300%, with Sheehan churning out 10 to 30 desserts every week from mini confections to statement wedding cakes. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 June 2026 Due to limited baking supplies, the crew had to be creative in making the confection. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for confection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confection
  1. candy
  2. dessert
  3. sweet
Noun
  • Topped with a pepperminty chocolate ganache and a crunchy layer of peppermint candy, these homemade brownies are perfect for mint lovers of all kinds.
    — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 July 2026
  • If the developers enable these Adventure Effects, players will need Mewtwo candy to activate them.
    — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
Definition of candy
Noun
  • Head to South Downtown for guest ice cream and dessert vendors serving up sweet treats, as well as limited-time dessert specials from the festival’s usual cast of vendors.
    — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
  • The business is also a coffee roaster and serves desserts such as baklava and Turkish delights.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of dessert
Noun
  • Explore unique crafts, goods and gifts from more than 15 local vendors while sampling holiday treats and summer sweets.
    — Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
  • Strawberries dominate the sweets scene, butter becomes a starring ingredient and bison quietly emerges as the protein of the moment.
    — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026
Definition of sweet

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