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honeyed

American  
[huhn-eed] / ˈhʌn id /
Or honied

adjective

  1. containing, consisting of, or resembling honey.

    honeyed drinks.

  2. flattering or ingratiating.

    honeyed words.

  3. pleasantly soft; dulcet or mellifluous.

    honeyed tones.


honeyed British  
/ ˈhʌnɪd /

adjective

  1. flattering or soothing

  2. made sweet or agreeable

    honeyed words

  3. of, full of, or resembling honey

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of honeyed

First recorded in 1325–75, honeyed is from the Middle English word honyede. See honey, -ed 3

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They burst into action with an explosion of pyrotechnics and fireworks with Hooligan, which showcased their trademark blend of honeyed harmonies and crisp rap verses.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

Roasted fruit welcomes herbs: rosemary with grapes, thyme with honeyed peaches, basil with strawberries.

From Salon Mar. 17, 2026

Cool dawn in a bowl, Soft clouds swirl with honeyed light— Morning blooms in white.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 24, 2026

“All of my dreams came true, the bigger the ocean, the deeper the blue / Call me a model, an actress, whatever,” she sings with her honeyed lilt.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 13, 2024

At the center of each is a mass of honeyed raisins and nuts, their sweetness enough to bring tears to my eyes.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black

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