Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
empalagoso
cloying
palate
sense of taste
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-oso
full of
Empalagoso means cloying and can be thought of as something that is full of1 (-oso1) taste that overwhelms the palate0.
adjective
  1. cloying
    Excessively sweet or sickly sweet
    Este pastel es demasiado empalagoso para mi gusto. // This cake is too cloying for my taste.
  2. overly affectionate
    Excessively affectionate or sentimental
    Su comportamiento empalagoso incomodaba a todos. // His overly affectionate behavior made everyone uncomfortable.