sweet
UK: swiːt | US: swiːt
adj. having a pleasant taste like sugar or honey
adj. pleasing to the senses or mind; gentle or kind
n. a small piece of confectionery made with sugar
The word "sweet" traces back to Old English swēte, derived from Proto-Germanic swōtuz, meaning "pleasing to the taste or smell." It shares roots with Old High German swuozi and Old Norse sætr. The concept of sweetness has long been associated with pleasure, leading to its figurative use for anything agreeable or kind. Unlike many modern English words, "sweet" remains monomorphic, retaining its original form without prefixes or suffixes.
The strawberries tasted incredibly sweet.
She has a sweet personality that everyone admires.
He offered her a box of assorted sweets.
The sweet fragrance of roses filled the garden.
Listening to her sweet voice was soothing.