Word
Definitions
01candy
A2 · Elementary Plural noun Cooking British English
n. small pieces of sweet food made mostly with sugar.
n. confectionery or candy; small food items consisting primarily of sugar and flavourings.
“The children spent their pocket money on a bag of colourful sweets at the corner shop.”
“The traditional shop was famous for its glass jars filled with handmade boiled sweets, attracting tourists from across the county.”
Usage
Usually plural when referring to the food items generally.
Synonyms
02term of endearment
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Informal
n. a kind name you call someone you like or love.
n. a term of endearment used to address a romantic partner, family member, or close friend.
“Don't worry about the mess, sweets, I will help you clean it up.”
“He often addressed his grandchildren as 'sweets' when they arrived for their weekly Sunday visit.”
Usage
Used as a vocative to address someone directly.
Synonyms
03drugs
C1 · Advanced Plural noun Slang
n. a slang word for certain illegal drugs, especially pills.
n. a slang term for illicit drugs, particularly amphetamines or other synthetic pills.
“The police found several bags of sweets hidden in the back of the stolen car.”
“Undercover officers monitored the club for several weeks to identify the primary source of the sweets being distributed on the dance floor.”
Usage
Used almost exclusively in criminal or drug-culture contexts.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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