confection
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /kənˈfɛkʃən/
KK: /kənˈfɛkʃən/
noun
Definition
A type of sweet food, especially candy or dessert, often made with skill and creativity.
Example
The bakery is famous for its delicious confections, including chocolates and pastries.
Conversation
Have you tried that new bakery downtown?
Not yet, but I heard they make amazing confection desserts.
I went there yesterday, and their chocolate cake was a real confection masterpiece!
Wow, I need to check it out this weekend!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
treat
delicacy
sweet
Antonyms
sour
bitter
savory
transitive verb
Definition
To create or prepare a sweet food item, often made with sugar and other ingredients.
Example
She decided to confection a beautiful cake for the party.
Tense Forms
Past: confected
Past Participle: confected
Conversation
Have you ever tried to confection your own sweets at home?
No, but it sounds like a fun project!
I think I might confection some chocolate truffles this weekend.
Root Explanation
Confection → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word refers to the act of making something sweet or a mixture of various ingredients together, typically in the context of food.
Memory Tip
Think of 'making something together' — 'con-' means together, and 'facere' means to make. This helps you remember that a confection is a sweet treat made by combining ingredients.
Visually Confused Words
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connection
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reconnection