Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sweetening

Noun
/ˈswiːtənɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making something sweeter or more pleasant in taste or character.
Examples
  • Adding honey is a common method of sweetening tea.
  • The chef used a sweetening sauce to enhance the dessert.
  • Many people are looking for healthy alternatives for sweetening their beverages.
Meaning
Sweetening refers to the process of adding sweetness to food or drink, or enhancing the qualities of something to make it more appealing.
Synonyms
  • Sugar
  • Sweetener
  • Flavoring
  • Enhancement