Definition

A type of artificial sweetener that is a salt of cyclamic acid, often used in food and drinks to provide sweetness without calories.

Example

Many diet sodas contain cyclamate as a sweetening agent.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a sweetener made from cyclamate?

I think I have, but I can't remember how it tasted.

It was really popular before, especially in diet drinks.

Yeah, I heard it was great for those looking to cut down on sugar.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyclamate → It is formed from "cyclo-" (from Greek "kyklos", meaning circle) and "amate" (from the suffix used in chemistry to denote a salt or ester of an acid). The word "cyclamate" refers to a circular structure related to the chemical compound that is a salt or ester.

Memory Tip

Think of 'circle' ('cyclo-') to remember that 'cyclamate' is a chemical compound related to a circular structure.

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