seasoning

noun

sea·​son·​ing ˈsē-zᵊn-iŋ 

ˈsēz-niŋ

plural seasonings

: something that serves to season

especially : an ingredient or mixture of ingredients added to a dish to enhance or add to its flavor

salt, pepper, and other seasonings

a garlic and herb seasoning

… fish … coated in Cajun seasoning for an extra kick.

—Helen Freund

Synonyms of seasoning

• flavor
• flavoring

Examples of seasoning in a Sentence

My favorite seasonings are black pepper and oregano.

Add some seasoning to the marinade.

The soup needs more seasoning.

Recent Examples on the Web

Meanwhile taco seasoning, the aforementioned green chiles, and pimientos protect against the dish being bland. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 July 2026

The American Kennel Club advises against it, due to the sodium nitrate, seasonings and a lot of salt found in hot dogs. — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 24 July 2026

The seasoning stayed subtle in all the dishes, but the harissa roasted carrots balanced sweetness, spice, and caramelized edges in a way that made vegetables feel indulgent. — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Plus, the durable enamel doesn’t require seasoning to get started. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for seasoning

• reasoning

Kids Definition

seasoning

noun

sea·​son·​ing

ˈsēz-niŋ, 

-ᵊn-iŋ

: something (as a spice or herb) that seasons