Synonyms of briny

briny

adjective

ˈbrī-nē 

as in salt

of, relating to, or containing salt

a briny liquid that is often used to make pickles

Synonyms & Similar Words

• salt
• brackish
• saline
• salty
• hard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sweet
• pure
• clear
• nonsaline
• freshwater

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of briny

Without keepers present for daily maintenance in the oft-harsh and briny air, many fell into disrepair and were considered excess property by the federal government, which did not set aside much money for preservation. — Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Here, instead of the mustard that’s included in many classic potato salad recipes, sour cream, vinegar, and briny pickles team up to lend a lovely amount of tartness to cut through the richness of the potatoes, eggs, and mayo. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Clams, sausage, potatoes, sweet corn, tomatoes, butter, white wine and bright lemon steam together inside foil packets until smoky, briny and deeply flavorful. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

There’s something to be said for light, briny fish instead of fatty deli meat, as well as the fresh herbs and nuttiness of pecorino. — Jenny Adams, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026