Synonyms for

Sugars

Verb / ˈʃʊgɜ:z / Another word for sugars — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sugars are a type of sweet food made from sugar cane or sugar beet.

Synonyms & similar words

pelf lucre saccharify lettuce clams saccharide carbohydrate cabbage dinero sugar moolah refinedsugar simoleons lolly shekels bread wampum loot gelt boodle scratch kale dough sweeteners sweets confectionery candies desserts honey syrups saccharides glucose fructose lactose maltose treacle molasses sugarcoats sugarplums sucrose

Synonyms by register

Formal

carbohydrates saccharides monosaccharides disaccharides

Informal

sweets candy treats desserts

Literary

nectar ambrosia

Antonyms

bitter sour acidic tart unsweetened

Common collocations

  • added sugars
  • natural sugars
  • sugar content
  • sugar rush
  • sugar levels
  • sugar substitute
  • sugar intake

Word family

noun sugar
verb sugar
adjective sugary
adverb sugared

Usage note

The plural 'sugars' often refers to different types of sweet carbohydrates, especially in scientific or dietary contexts. Avoid using 'sugars' to refer to a single sweet substance unless specifying different types.

Example sentences

  1. Sugars make things taste sweet.
  2. I don't like my tea with any sugars.
  3. My mom bakes with brown sugars.
  4. Fruit contains natural sugars.
  5. Too much sugars can be bad for your teeth.

Quotes

  • "I've had a sugar addiction my whole life. I can't live without it." - Jennifer Love Hewitt
  • "I have a sweet tooth. I love cookies and stuff like that. I like to bake - it's very relaxing for me." - Sofia Vergara
  • "I'm not a big sweets person." - Emma Roberts

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