CLOYED Meaning and
Definition
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Cloyed is a verb that refers to the sensation of feeling overly filled, satiated, or overwhelmed by something, typically due to an excessive amount or prolonged exposure. It describes a state of being where one's appetite, desire, or interest has been excessively satisfied to the point of becoming unpleasant, distasteful, or stifling.
The term can be applied to various aspects of life, such as food, emotions, experiences, or even material possessions. In the context of food, for instance, it describes a feeling of being overly full or experiencing a sensation of nausea after consuming an excessive amount of sweet or rich food. It represents a point where indulgence becomes unsatisfying and one yearns for moderation or a change in taste.
Cloyed can also be used to describe an emotional state where one feels overwhelmed or exhausted by an excessive amount of a particular emotion, such as love, affection, or even sorrow. In this sense, it signifies a need for emotional balance and a break from an overwhelming intensity.
Furthermore, cloyed can be used metaphorically to describe instances where one feels overwhelmed or bored by a repeated or excessive experience, such as a particular genre of entertainment or a mundane routine. It conveys a sense of needing variation, freshness, or new stimuli to restore interest or pleasure.
Overall, cloyed captures the feeling of being overwhelmed or unsatisfied by excess, urging for balance, moderation, or change to restore enjoyment and satisfaction.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for CLOYED
Etymology of CLOYED
The word "cloyed" has its origin in Middle English. It comes from the verb "cloyen", which was derived from the Old French word "acloyer". The Old French term itself ultimately traces back to the Latin word "cloāre", meaning "to fill up" or "to block up". Over time, the meaning of "cloy" in English shifted to refer to the feeling of being overwhelmed or disgusted due to an excessive amount of something, particularly food or sweet flavors.
Similar spelling words for CLOYED
- clod,
- clothed,
- clawed,
- clouded,
- cloud,
- Glowed,
- clogged,
- colored,
- closed,
- clopped,
- cooled,
- cloaked,
- closet,
- clocked,
- played,
- clowned,
- clotted.
Conjugate verb Cloyed
CONDITIONAL
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FUTURE
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will cloy
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FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have cloyed
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PAST
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PAST PERFECT
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had cloyed
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had cloyed
PRESENT
I
cloy
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cloy
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have cloyed
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I
am cloying
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was cloying
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