Unsweet

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈswiːt/

Definitions of unsweet

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'unsweet' is an adjective that describes something that is not sweet.

Example Sentences

A1 I prefer my tea unsweet.

A2 She ordered an unsweet iced tea at the restaurant.

B1 The unsweetened lemonade was too sour for my taste.

B2 I always choose unsweet options when it comes to beverages.

C1 The unsweet dessert was a refreshing change from all the sugary treats.

C2 The unsweetened coffee had a bold and bitter flavor that I enjoyed.

Examples of unsweet in a Sentence

formal The unsweetened tea is a popular choice for those looking to avoid added sugars.

informal I prefer my coffee unsweet, just black with no sugar.

slang I can't stand anything unsweet, I need my desserts to be sugary and sweet.

figurative Her words were unsweet, leaving a bitter taste in my mouth.

Grammatical Forms of unsweet

• past tense: unsweetened
• plural: unsweets
• comparative: less sweet
• superlative: least sweet
• present tense: unsweetens
• future tense: will unsweeten
• perfect tense: has unsweetened
• continuous tense: is unsweetening
• singular: unsweet
• positive degree: sweet
• infinitive: to unsweeten
• gerund: unsweetening
• participle: unsweetened

Origin and Evolution of unsweet

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unsweet' originated from the Old English word 'unsweot', which is a combination of 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'sweot' meaning 'sweet'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unsweet' has retained its original meaning of 'not sweet' but has also evolved to be used in a more figurative sense to describe something that is not pleasant or enjoyable.