semisweet

American  

[sem-ee-sweet, sem-ahy-] / ˌsɛm iˈswit, ˌsɛm aɪ- /

adjective

1. somewhat sweet; containing a small amount of sweetening.

   a semisweet cookie; semisweet chocolate.

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Etymology

Origin of semisweet

First recorded in 1950–55; semi- + sweet

Example Sentences

The “all butter” cookie with bittersweet and semisweet chocolate is indeed real and expected to arrive in all U.S. stores by the end of January, Axios reported.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2024

Joining the reishi mushrooms, touted for their ability to combat depression and fatigue, in the squares of organic, fair-trade semisweet chocolate are chamomile, L-Theanine, magnesium and zinc, all ingredients intended to promote healthy sleep patterns.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

Stir in the melted chocolate, almond butter, vanilla and chopped semisweet chocolate.

From Washington Times • Apr. 27, 2023

Similarly, use the chocolate chips of your choice even if they’re not vegan, though I prefer something dark or semisweet since milk chocolate leans sweet and this is sugary enough as it is.

From Washington Post • Aug. 28, 2022

Inside the jail, Ben and Sammy could hear the semisweet, candently primitive rhythms of jukebox blues diffusing out of unseen nightclubs.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy