syrupy
|syr-up-y|
B2
/ˈsɪrəpi/
sweet and sticky
Etymology
Etymology Information
'syrupy' originates from the word 'syrup', which comes from the Old French 'sirop', derived from the Arabic 'šarāb', meaning 'beverage'.
Historical Evolution
'syrup' changed from the Old French word 'sirop' and eventually became the modern English word 'syrup'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sweet liquid', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the consistency or sweetness of syrup'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the consistency or sweetness of syrup.
The dessert was too syrupy for my taste.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Adjective 2
excessively sentimental or emotional.
The movie had a syrupy ending that made everyone cry.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35