Definition of condimentnext
as in flavoring
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments

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Recent Examples of condiment The salmoriglio, a Calabrian condiment with garlic and herbs similar to chimichurri, features dandelion greens, their bitterness a counter to some of the sweetness. — Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026 Still other ultraprocessed foods – including sauces, condiments and ready-to-heat dishes like frozen dinners – show no consistent links to people’s health one way or the other. — Garrett M. Broad, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2026 Any condiment ever devised by human beings may be acquired there. — Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Many also offer jams, jellies, sauces, syrups, honey, unusual condiments, barbecue and other picnic fare, along with attractive grounds for enjoying it. — Janet Fullwood, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
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Noun
  • Even nicotine-free formulas contain flavorings and solvent agents like propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Later that day, at the other end of the sprawling coastal city, an inspection team arrived unannounced at a factory for food flavorings and bakery additives.
    — Zishaan a Latif, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Besides my meal, my favorite part of my visit was exploring the seasoning and sauces, from the vegan oyster sauce to the chili oil and broth paste.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Fortunately for us, Carter’s recipe delivers on her vision while leaving options for changing the texture or adding seasoning.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Top it with your favorite gravy or pan sauce, and eat it alongside sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or mac and cheese.
    — Natalia Vela, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Fold it into pasta sauce, risotto, mac and cheese, soup or stew.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • This version, made with pumpkin instead of chocolate, captures that fall pumpkin-pie-spice feeling.
    — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Ikoyi landed at number 48 this year, owing to its contemporary global menu that is inspired by both British microseasonality and meticulously sourced global spices.
    — Nathan Tavares, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • The property features tropical fruit trees, and greens and herbs grown on a rooftop garden.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
  • The dish incorporated every part of a chicken across four preparations, alongside an array of vegetables and herbs inspired by her time working at The Chef’s Garden.
    — Sari Kamin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Nov. 2026

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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiment. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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