Meaning of the word saccharine in English
What does saccharine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
saccharine
US /ˈsæk.ɚ.iːn/
UK /ˈsæk.ər.iːn/
Adjective
excessively sweet or sentimental
Example:
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The movie's ending was so saccharine that it felt unrealistic.
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I can't stand his saccharine compliments; they always feel insincere.
Noun
a synthetic organic compound used as a non-caloric sugar substitute
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Many diet sodas contain saccharine instead of sugar.
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She prefers to use saccharine in her coffee to cut down on calories.
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