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sweet

[swiːt]

sweet Definition

  • 1having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey; not salty, sour, or bitter
  • 2pleasing in general; delightful or gratifying
  • 3having a pleasing disposition; lovable or charming

Using sweet: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sweet" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    This cake is really sweet.

  • Example

    She has a sweet smile.

  • Example

    He gave her a sweet kiss on the forehead.

  • Example

    The sweet scent of flowers filled the air.

  • Example

    It was sweet of you to help me with my homework.

sweet Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for sweet

Idioms Using sweet

  • the optimal point or range for achieving the best results

    Example

    The sweet spot for this car's engine is between 60 and 70 miles per hour.

  • to accept both the good and bad aspects of something

    Example

    In any relationship, you have to take the bitter with the sweet.

  • used to express the pleasure of being back in one's own home

    Example

    After a long trip, it's good to be home sweet home.

Phrases with sweet

  • a love for sugary foods or drinks

    Example

    I have a sweet tooth and can't resist chocolate.

  • sweet talk

    flattering or persuasive talk used to persuade someone to do something

    Example

    He used sweet talk to convince her to go on a date with him.

  • used to wish someone a good night's sleep

    Example

    Goodnight, sweet dreams!

Origins of sweet

from Old English 'swēte', meaning 'pleasing to the senses'

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Summary: sweet in Brief

The term 'sweet' [swiːt] refers to something that has a pleasant taste, is delightful or gratifying, or has a pleasing disposition. It can describe food, people, smells, and actions, as in 'This cake is really sweet,' 'She has a sweet smile,' and 'It was sweet of you to help me with my homework.' 'Sweet' extends into phrases like 'sweet tooth,' and idioms like 'the sweet spot,' denoting the optimal point for achieving the best results.

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