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:
The movie's ending was so saccharine that it felt unrealistic.
I can't stand his saccharine compliments; they always feel insincere.

Noun

a synthetic organic compound used as a non-caloric sugar substitute

Example:
Many diet sodas contain saccharine instead of sugar.
She prefers to use saccharine in her coffee to cut down on calories.
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