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adjective

ˈswēt How to pronounce sweet (audio)
Definition of sweetnext
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved a sweet little kitten

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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses the glowing reviews of his novel were the sweetest things the writer had ever read

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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention promised his dying mother that he would always take care of his sweet sister

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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell breathed in the sweet air of the azalea garden

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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations a very sweet man directed us to the lost and found

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sweet

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noun

1
as in confection
a food having a high sugar content remember to brush your teeth after eating sweets

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as in darling
a person with whom one is in love my darling, my sweet, won't you be mine?

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Recent Examples of sweet
Adjective
We’re introduced, in a kingdom under the seas ruled by merpeople, to an idealistic and sweet-hearted redheaded mermaid princess fascinated by the human world; in this version, Lara. — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 24 July 2026 In my experience, lobster seems to pair best with the sweeter notes of hazy IPAs, though prawns and octopus are good matches for those beers, too. — Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Noun
Outside the stadium gates, dozens of vendors hawked barbequed skewers, cold noodles and sweets at a dedicated night market for game days. — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 21 July 2026 Pump & Pantry has licenses with the sandwich brand Quiznos and Cinnabon, and its online menu includes extensive hot and cold to-go items, pizza and sweets, including ice cream. — Kate Kealey, Des Moines Register, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sweet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweet
  1. adorable
  2. delicious
  3. loved
  4. fragrant
  5. gracious
  6. confection
  7. darling
  8. dear
Adjective
  • The area’s adorable cobblestoned streets and historic buildings all pay homage to its past as a 17th-century maritime hub, and Evalina’s location directly on the working waterfront (one of only 15 in New England cities) is well worth exploring.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026
  • Koo is also rather adorable and acts more like a giant puppy than a Mononoke Hime-esque wolf.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of adorable
Adjective
  • With delicious options for chicken, steak, seafood, pork, and veggies, these versatile grilling recipes are great for family dinners or easy entertaining.
    — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
  • The Sacramento Bee went on a search on behalf of the vegan/vegetarian fair goer and found delicious meals for anyone to enjoy.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • For many people, body art is a meaningful way to commemorate a milestone, honor a loved one of simply express their individuality.
    — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Among those still searching for loved ones is Mary Cruz Andueza.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
Definition of loved
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  • Sweetspire is a medium to large shrub that offers fragrant white flowers in sausagelike clusters and red fall leaf color.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026
  • Toast ½ cup raw pecans in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until fragrant and slightly darkened in color, 13–17 minutes.
    — Matt Lewis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2026
Definition of fragrant
Adjective
  • For a day, the WNBA chose normal, and good gracious, what a relief.
    — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • The Love Goddess Venus enters your sign, spotlighting self-worth and a gracious presence that helps people feel at ease around you.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
Definition of gracious
Noun
  • Here’s a roundup of news surrounding all things confections and coffee.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026
  • The bakery specializes in the homespun, a frosted doughnut-meets-muffin confection.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
Definition of confection
Noun
  • And of course, waiver darling Josh Jung left Wednesday's game with calf tightness, placing even further stress on the supply.
    — John Laghezza, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Directed by their longtime collaborator Garth Jennings, the feature combines footage from their arena tour behind last year’s reunion album, More, with archival film tracing the band’s rise from tenacious Sheffield also-rans to Britpop darlings.
    — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 23 July 2026
Definition of darling
Adjective
  • Lindsey Graham was a patriot, a statesman and my dear friend.
    — , FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026
  • As a rapper, Rodriguez—real name Ryan Adams, which, dear God—wears his influences on his sleeve.
    — Drew Millard, Pitchfork, 17 July 2026
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