Definition

The sweetest or most thick and sticky liquid, often used in cooking or as a topping.

Example

The syrupiest pancake syrup was poured generously over the stack of pancakes.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new pancake place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their pancakes are the syrupiest in the city!

I can't wait to taste them; I love a good syrupy pancake.

Same here! Let’s go this weekend and indulge.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Syrupiest → The word is derived from "syrup" (from Old French *sirop*, meaning a thick sweet liquid) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The term "syrupiest" refers to something that has the most syrup-like quality, typically in terms of sweetness or thickness.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'syrup' which is a thick sweet liquid, and remember that 'syrupiest' means having the most syrup-like qualities.

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