treacly

[ tree-klee ]

adjective
  1. sentimental in a contrived or unrestrained way:The stories too often feature clichéd piffle and end with treacly flourishes.

  2. British. resembling molasses mixed with corn syrup in taste, color, texture, etc.:The chestnut honey has a sweet, treacly taste with an earthy, nutty aroma.We spent a delicious hour inhaling the treacly light of late afternoon.

Origin of treacly

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