Sweetening: meaning, definitions and examples

Mentioned twice, likely an error; it has the same use as 'sweetening' described above.

• The sweetening of the sauce brought out its savory flavors.
• After sweetening her tea, she found it much more enjoyable.

Specifically refers to adding sugar to a substance, often used in cooking or baking recipes.

• The recipe calls for a sugar addition of two tablespoons.
• After the sugar addition, the jam became thick and sweet.

Implies improving or intensifying the sweetness of something, could involve various sweeteners, not just sugar. Often used in food industry settings.

• The sweetener enhancement in this drink makes it taste rich.
• For a healthier option, the chef opted for a natural sweetener enhancement.

This word appears twice in the list, but its context remains as above, generally referring to the act of making something sweet.

• Sweetening the tea with honey gives it a unique flavor

Specifically indicates the action of putting sugar into something to make it sweeter. This phrase is often used in cooking or when preparing beverages.

• I always add sugar to my coffee in the morning
• Can you add sugar to the pie filling?

Generally used when describing the process of making something taste sweeter, often in a more technical or sophisticated context. It can also imply using methods other than just adding sugar, like using vanilla or fruit extracts.

• Adding a hint of vanilla can enhance the sweetness of the dessert
• How can we enhance the sweetness of this dish without using too much sugar?