nonsugary

Lacking added sweetness

Nonsugary describes foods or drinks that contain little or no sugar: nonsugary snacks for the kids, nonsugary beverages.

The term often appears in health-conscious contexts as an alternative to sweet options.

Also spelled non-sugary.

substitute

stevia

Plant-derived sugar alternative

sorbitol · aspartame · sucralose · saccharin · diet · artificially sweetened · unsweetened

healthy

nutritious

Rich in beneficial substances

vitamins · minerals · low-glycemic · diabetic-friendly · organic · vegetables · fruits · greens · whole grains · legumes

tart

acidic

Below neutral pH

  • sourSharp, biting taste
  • citrusAcidic fruits with segments
  • lemonAcidic yellow citrus

lime · grapefruit · tangy · pucker · zesty · crisp · refreshing · unripe · green apple · sour cherry

savory

umami

Fifth taste sensation

  • saltedTreated with sodium chloride
  • herbsPlants for seasoning
  • spicesAromatic food flavorings

garlic · onion · cheese · meat · soy · mushroom · broth · bouillon · tomato · pepper

bitter

dark chocolate

Cocoa-heavy candy variety

endive · arugula · kale · dandelion greens · tonic water · cranberry · bittersweet · astringent · tannic · sharp

Opposites
sugar content

nonsugarysugary

Containing much sweetener

sweet · sweetened · saccharine · honeyed · candied

Family

sugar, sugars, sugared, sugaring, sugary, sugarless, sugarlike, sugarcoat, sugarcoated

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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