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

Season the patties generously with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides, pressing the seasoning into the meat. —Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 9 June 2026

They’re dusted with a classic ranch-style seasoning blend that includes garlic powder, onion powder, and powdered sour cream and buttermilk. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026

Stir to combine and taste for seasoning. —Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 9 June 2026

Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, ranch seasoning, and black pepper to a large bowl; whisk together until smooth. —Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 7 June 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