chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To make the marinade, to a blender, add the chiles, garlic, onion, ginger, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and turmeric and blend into a smooth paste with no chunks. — Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Add potatoes, peas, garam masala, coriander, amchur, chili powder and salt. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026

Stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, cumin, and salt in a medium bowl. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

Lautanen-Raleigh recommends coriander for baked goods and pickling spice, as well as spice blends, including curry powder, chili powder, and berbere. — Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 15 Sep. 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