chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To make it, toss the shrimp in a simple blend of chili powder and spices, brown them in a skillet and transfer to a plate. — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

Stir in the tomato sauce, water, ketchup, mustard, chili powder, Worcestershire, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper until combined. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Cayenne pepper and chili powder add heat to this combination of sesame and cheese snack sticks, corn nuts, and pumpkin seeds. — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 23 June 2026

For a milder alternative, try ancho chili powder. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chili powder

• chowder
• crowder
• louder
• prouder
• gunpowder

Kids Definition

chili powder

noun

: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices