cloying
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/ˈklɔɪ.ɪŋ/
(cloy)
excessively sweet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cloying' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'cloyen,' where 'cloy' meant 'to satiate or disgust with excess.'
Historical Evolution
'cloyen' transformed into the modern English word 'cloying' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to satiate or disgust with excess,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessively sweet or sentimental.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
excessively sweet, rich, or sentimental to the point of being unpleasant.
The dessert was so cloying that I couldn't finish it.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45