sweetener
5 synonyms for sweetener, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A substance, often artificial, used to make food or drink taste sweet.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sweetening
gift and Thesaurus:bribe
How to use sweetener
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
artificial sweetener
a nice sweetener
Etymology
From "sweeten" plus the "-er" ending.
Full origin of sweetener →Frequently asked questions
What does “sweetener” mean?
The word “sweetener” means a substance, often artificial, used to make food or drink taste sweet. In plain terms, something (sugar substitute or otherwise) added to make things sweeter, or a bonus that makes a deal more attractive.
How do you use “sweetener” in a sentence?
Here is “sweetener” used in a sentence: “He uses a sugar-free sweetener in his coffee.”
What is another word for “sweetener”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sweetener” include gift and Thesaurus:bribe.
What part of speech is “sweetener”?
“Sweetener” is a noun.
How many meanings does “sweetener” have?
“Sweetener” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a substance, often artificial, used to make food or drink taste sweet.
