Definition of Sugarcoat
Sugarcoat
Sug·ar·coat
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To make something unpleasant or harsh more acceptable by being overly flattering or misleading.
e.g. She tried to sugarcoat the bad news, but it still hurt.
(verb)
to cover (coat) some food item with sugar;
e.g. She started to sugarcoat the almonds for the dessert.
(verb)
to make something overly emotional with excessive feelings of sadness, tenderness, or nostalgia;
e.g. Movies often sugarcoat real life events when representing them onscreen.
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