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unsweet

/ʌnˈswiːt/

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adjective

/ʌnˈswiːt/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, означающее не сладкий; лишённый сладости во вкусе или характере.

An old-fashioned adjective meaning not sweet; lacking sweetness in taste or character.

  1. Moderately dry (champagne)C1formal

    Describes a champagne that is not sweet but has a moderate dryness, often used in wine tasting.

    ruПолусухой

    • The sommelier recommended an unsweet champagne to pair with the oysters.
    • She prefers unsweet champagne over the sweeter varieties.
    • This vintage is known for its unsweet, crisp finish.

    Synonymsmedium-drysecsemi-dry

    Antonymssweet

  2. Distasteful or unpleasantC1formal

    Causing a feeling of dislike or aversion; not pleasing to the senses or mind.

    ruНеприятный

    • The unsweet truth of the matter was hard to accept.
    • His unsweet remarks left everyone feeling uncomfortable.
    • The movie had an unsweet ending that disappointed many viewers.

    Synonymsbitterdisagreeabledispleasingdistastefuloffensivesourunappealingunpleasant

    Antonymsagreeabledelightfulpleasantpleasing

Forms
  • more unsweet comparative form
  • most unsweet superlative form