Synonyms for

Caramel

Verb / ˈkerʌmʌl / Another word for caramel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sweet, sticky, chewy candy made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream

Synonyms & similar words

buff caramelbrown rawsienna caramelizedsugar yellowishbrown toffee butterscotch fudge candy sweets confectionery sugar sweetmeats bonbons lollies sugarplums taffy chocolate cocoa

Synonyms by register

Formal

confection sweetener burnt sugar

Informal

caramelly toffee

Literary

amber molten gold

Antonyms

bitter sour salty unsweetened plain savory

Common collocations

  • caramel sauce
  • caramel candy
  • caramel apple
  • caramel color
  • caramel swirl
  • caramel popcorn
  • caramel latte

Word family

noun caramel
verb caramelize
adjective caramel

Usage note

Caramel refers to a specific type of confection made from heated sugar. It can also refer to the color of this confection. Be careful not to confuse it with 'caramelize', which is the process of making caramel.

Example sentences

  1. I put caramel sauce on my ice cream.
  2. Mom made homemade caramel for the cookies.
  3. The caramel apple was too sticky to eat.
  4. She bought a bag of caramel candies at the store.
  5. The caramel flavor in the coffee is my favorite.

Quotes

  • I have a really big sweet tooth and a love for all things caramel. - Ashley Tisdale
  • I prefer creme brulee to cheesecake, but I'd rather have caramel sauce on top. - Eden Sher
  • I'm not really a candy person, except for Reese's Pieces and stuff with caramel. - Samira Wiley

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