honeyed

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adjective

hon·​eyed ˈhə-nēd How to pronounce honeyed (audio)
Synonyms of honeyednext
1
a
: made with or having honey
b
: resembling honey
2
: pleasingly sweet
her honeyed voice

honeyed

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past tense and past participle of honey entry 2

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Think honeyed blondes, glossy brunettes, fiery reds, and nuanced takes on all three. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026 Especially the way that Parton's potent vocal sound – that high and honeyed lilt – anchored her exploration of wide-ranging styles. — Jewly Hight, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026 True to form, Bladee’s daggers land with a delivery as sweet and honeyed as mead in his ethereal voice. — Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 The oak’s honeyed tone keeps the space from reading too cool, and softens architectural elements like the steel range hood, while the blue-green cabinets give the space a subtle lift. — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for honeyed

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First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of honeyed was in the 14th century

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“Honeyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honeyed. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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