dulcified
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈdʌl.sɪ.faɪd//
KK: /dʌlˈsɪfaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Made sweeter or more pleasant in taste or character.
Example
The dulcified version of the recipe was much more enjoyable to eat.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more dulcified
Superlative: most dulcified
Conversation
Have you tried the new dessert at the café?
No, I haven't! Is it really as good as they say?
Absolutely! It's dulcified with just the right amount of sweetness.
That sounds delicious! I need to go there this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sweetened
mollified
soothed
Antonyms
bitter
harsh
acerbic
Root Explanation
Dulcified → It is formed from "dulcis" (meaning sweet) and the suffix "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "dulcified" means made sweet or sweetened.
Memory Tip
Think of 'dulcis' meaning sweet, and remember that 'dulcified' means made sweet.
Visually Confused Words
uncalcified