What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
honied
Example
The singer's honied voice was soothing to the ears. [honied: adjective]
Example
The pancakes were drizzled with honied syrup, making them even more delicious. [honied: adjective]
cloying
Example
The cake was so cloying that I couldn't finish it. [cloying: adjective]
Example
Her cloying compliments made me feel uncomfortable. [cloying: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cloying is more commonly used than honied in everyday language, especially when describing something that is overly sentimental or insincere.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between honied and cloying?
Both honied and cloying are considered formal words and are not commonly used in casual conversation. However, honied may be used in literature or poetry to describe something that is sweet or pleasant.
