sweetness
|sweet/ness|
B1
/ˈswiːtnəs/
(sweet)
pleasant taste or sensation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sweetness' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'swētnes,' where 'swēte' meant 'pleasing to the senses.'
Historical Evolution
'swētnes' transformed into the Middle English word 'swetnesse,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sweetness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pleasing to the senses,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being sweet.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being sweet.
The sweetness of the dessert was overwhelming.
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Noun 2
a pleasing or agreeable quality.
Her sweetness made her popular among her peers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45