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Meaning of oversweet
The primary meaning of "oversweet" refers to something that is excessively sweet, often to the point of being unpleasant or unpalatable.
Etymology of oversweet
The word "oversweet" is a compound of "over" and "sweet", with "over" implying excess or excessiveness, and "sweet" referring to a pleasant or agreeable taste or quality
The term has been in use since the 15th century, with early examples found in Middle English texts
Synonyms
cloying
saccharine
sugary
syrupy
honeyed
sweet
overly sweet
excessively sweet
too sweet
sweetish
sugary sweet
sweetened
candied
honeyed
golden
luscious
rich
decadent
indulgent
luxurious
opulent
lavish
sumptuous
effusive
gushing
sycophantic
fawning
obsequious
overeffusive
unctuous
oily
slick
smooth
mawkish
sentimental
maudlin
overemotional
emotional
melodramatic
insipid
vapid
flat
bland
tasteless
insidious
cloyingly sweet
nauseatingly sweet
Definitions
- Having or containing too much sugar or sweetness
- * Excessively sweet, often to the point of being unpleasant or unpalatable
- * Overly sentimental or emotional, often in a way that is considered insincere or excessive
Usage Examples
- The cake was oversweet and made my teeth ache
- * The movie's oversweet ending was a bit too much to handle
- * The singer's oversweet voice was more suited to children's songs than adult music
Antonyms
unsweet
bitter
sour
tart
acidic
astringent
dry
bland
tasteless
insipid
vapid
flat
unpalatable
unpleasant
unappealing
unappetizing
disagreeable
distasteful
foul
nasty
vile
disgusting
repulsive
repugnant
nauseating
sickening
loathsome
detestable
abhorrent
odious
hateful
objectionable
unlikable
unlovable
unsavory
unwholesome