confection

noun

kən-ˈfek-shən How to pronounce confection (audio)
Definition of confectionnext
as in candy
a food having a high sugar content following the main course there were assorted confections so delicious-looking as to tempt even determined dieters

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Recent Examples of confection Make sure to grab a Margarita Donut or some other crazy confection from The Donut Experiment for breakfast. — Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 The company's specialty nuts -- cashews, confections and snack mixes -- follow the same quality standards as its world famous Virginia Peanuts. — ABC News, 8 June 2026 Production increased by 300%, with Sheehan churning out 10 to 30 desserts every week from mini confections to statement wedding cakes. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 June 2026 During the latest installment of the competition, Hollywood playfully called out Leith for a notably harsh critique of one of the contestant's culinary confections. — Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for confection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confection
  1. candy
  2. dessert
  3. sweet
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  • From candy makers to bakers and wedding favor brands, people and companies around the world appear to be capitalizing on what could be the biggest wedding of the era.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Darrell Lea Lemonade Licorice Darrell Lea Lemonade Licorice puts a bright citrus spin on the classic chewy candy.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
Definition of candy
Noun
  • Patrons can opt for either the chef’s tasting menu or the four-course menu, both of which include seafood, wagyu, and delectable desserts.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • Don’t miss the Vịt Quay (a Manhattan riff) with an aged quail egg as garnish, the curry prawns or the the durian mousse for dessert.
    — Lanee Lee, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of dessert
Noun
  • For a more contemporary take on classic sweets, take a 15-minute cab ride north to East Kensington.
    — Regan Stephens, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • The bagel shop, which offers an array of sandwiches, sides and sweets, will fill the former Java’s Brewing Bakery and Café space at 1526 Providence Road S.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
Definition of sweet

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“Confection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confection. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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