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Syrup

Verb / ˈsɜ:ʌp / / ˈsɪrʌp / Another word for syrup — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a thick, sweet liquid made from sugar and water, often used on pancakes or waffles

Synonyms & similar words

sirup molasses honey treacle

Synonyms by register

Formal

nectar elixir confection

Informal

goo dribble molasses

Literary

ambrosia nectar

Antonyms

water vinegar brine plain unsweetened

Common collocations

  • maple syrup
  • corn syrup
  • pancake syrup
  • syrup dispenser
  • cough syrup
  • golden syrup
  • syrup bottle

Word family

noun syrup
adjective syrupy

Usage note

While 'syrup' primarily refers to a thick, sweet liquid, it can also be used figuratively to describe something overly sentimental or cloying.

Example sentences

  1. I love putting syrup on my pancakes.
  2. Maple syrup is my favorite.
  3. My mom uses corn syrup in her baking.
  4. I made simple syrup for my cocktail.
  5. The chocolate syrup made my ice cream taste even better.

Quotes

  • Life is like a stack of pancakes, you have to go through all the syrup to get to the good part.
  • Some people are like pancakes, they’re only good with lots of syrup.
  • I put syrup on my pancakes and my problems disappear.

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