oversweet

adjective

Definition of oversweetnext
as in cloying

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oversweet
  1. cloying
  2. calorific
  3. caloric
Adjective
  • Six-word review: Fruity — but not cloying — refreshing spritzer.
    Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Although more intricate and worked than previous collections, the pieces reflect a coherent design evolution that results in an innovative aesthetic that’s never cloying.
    Kate Matthams, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
Definition of cloying
Adjective
  • Warnings have tended to come from companies that make highly calorific products like fast food, snacks, and desserts.
    Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Chick-fil-A's spicy deluxe sandwich is the restaurant's most calorific offering at just 550 calories.
    Malak Silmi, San Antonio Express-News, 17 Sep. 2021
Definition of calorific
Adjective
  • Some research—mainly in mice—has linked caloric restriction to a lower risk of cancer, and scientists believe activation of the Nrf-2 pathway is partially why.
    Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Fast food tends to be incredibly caloric and low in nutrition, Wolfson said.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 30 July 2024
Definition of caloric
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