Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cloying
Adjective
/ˈklɔɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Excessively sweet or rich, often in a way that is too much and becomes unpleasant.
Examples
- The dessert was so cloying that I could only eat a few bites.
- Her cloying compliments made everyone feel uncomfortable.
- He avoided the cloying perfume of the flowers in the shop.
Meaning
Something that is cloying is overly sweet, often to the point where it becomes distasteful or sickening. It can refer to flavors, scents, or even attitudes.
Synonyms
- Overly sweet
- Sickly
- Too rich
- Insipid
