sugary

adjective

ˈshu̇-g(ə-)rē How to pronounce sugary (audio)
Definition of sugarynext
as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way writes sugary lyrics for singers of country music

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Recent Examples of sugary But sugary pastel green shades on cabinets aren’t the way to go. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 27 Oct. 2026 Many participants argue that excluding these drinks from SNAP could promote healthier choices, as sugary beverages contribute to obesity and dental issues. — Leana Wen, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026 Perry notes that clove offers warm, sugary and lightly bitter flavors that meld seamlessly into the cup. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 Will Brantley, president of the Georgia Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, said sticky and chewy candies tend to cling to teeth, leaving behind sugary residue that can contribute to cavities. — Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sugary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sugary
  1. sentimental
  2. sticky
  3. sloppy
  4. saccharine
  5. gooey
Adjective
  • His love of pop music stems from its timeless appeal and sentimental undertones.
    — Juan J. Arroyo, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2026
  • However, they’re given an earnest, if sometimes overly sentimental, airing here thanks to Ueda’s personal connection to the material.
    — Katie Rife, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of sentimental
Adjective
  • Unfortunately for us, those tenants have evolved a sticky knack for evading eviction, creating a webbing known as biofilm that prevents them from being easily licked or swallowed away.
    — Mike McRae, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Mosquito repellent patches or stickers, often marketed to parents of young children, claim less mess and more convenience than cumbersome, sticky insect repellent sprays and lotions.
    — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of sticky
Adjective
  • Charlotte won the rebound battle 51 to 44, but left the Pistons open way too often and were sloppy with the ball, committing 25 turnovers.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The Lakers were sloppy with the basketball, turning it over 22 times.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of sloppy
Adjective
  • But that’s preferable to the movie’s swerve into saccharine grief therapy, as Jay starts communing with Mitt once the dead dad and the whale become a single soul.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Congenitally optimistic without being saccharine, Paul Baker was, in Season 2, the nexus of a love triangle in which his character felt torn between his girlfriend, Rao’s Issa, and his husband, Thiele’s Anton.
    — Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of saccharine
Adjective
  • Today’s top glosses are more elegant in texture, infused with nourishing ingredients, and don’t leave your lips feeling sticky and gooey like those of your childhood—but still give you the same beloved reflective shine and volume.
    — Tasha Nicole Smith, Allure, 2 Nov. 2026
  • This rich, gooey pie combines the flavor goodness of chocolate on the bottom and pecan pie on the top.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of gooey

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“Sugary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sugary. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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