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Definition of sweetness

sweetness

/ˈswiːt.nəs/
sweet · ness
Adverb:sweetly
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Plural:sweetnesses
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Adjective:sweet
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sweetness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality of having a pleasant taste or smell characteristic of sugar or honey.

Example

"Ripe peaches have a natural sweetness that requires very little added sugar when baking."

2

The quality of being pleasant, gentle, affectionate, or charming in nature or manner.

Example

"Her genuine sweetness and patience made her a favorite among the kindergarten students."

3

A term of endearment used when addressing a loved one or child.

Example

"Good morning, sweetness, did you sleep well last night?"

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• Rhymes for sweetness

• Nearby Words

sweetish
sweetlips
sweetly
sweetness
sweetpea
sweetshop
sweetvetch

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English swētnes, formed from the adjective swēte ('sweet') and the noun-forming suffix -nes.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sweetness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sweetness
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