Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cloy

verb

/klɔɪ/

Definition

To cause disgust or sicken someone by being too sweet or rich.

Examples

The cake was so sweet that it began to cloy after just a few bites.
After a week of indulging in rich desserts, I felt that I had reached my cloying limit.

Meaning

Cloy refers to the overwhelming sweetness or richness of something, often to the point of excess, resulting in a feeling of being fed up or nauseated.