condiment

noun

ˈkän-də-mənt How to pronounce condiment (audio)
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 In 2024, ranch eclipsed ketchup to become the nation's top-selling condiment. — Scott Simon, NPR, 27 June 2026 One really great pickle or condiment can transform even the most basic turkey sandwich into something worthy of your corner deli. — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 26 June 2026 Yes, eagle-eyed reporters and fans have noted that logos on bottles of condiments — such as ketchup from Heinz — have been taped over inside stadiums. — ABC News, 25 June 2026 Top your burgers, hot dogs, and other mustard-friendly fare like pretzels with this kosher condiment that contains mustard seeds, white vinegar, salt, sugar, mayonnaise, cayenne pepper powder, and, of course, honey. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condiment
  1. flavoring
  2. seasoning
  3. sauce
  4. spice
  5. herb
Noun
  • Customers can take it black, or with vanilla or mocha flavoring.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
  • Some may also contain natural flavorings such as lemons and cucumber.
    — Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 8 July 2026
Definition of flavoring
Noun
  • The enamel coating also makes the oven naturally nonstick and ready to use immediately without additional seasoning.
    — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026
  • Otherwise, do not rinse; rinsing removes a light coating of starch that helps sauces and seasonings cling to the pasta.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026
Definition of seasoning
Noun
  • In fact, this recipe has the meatballs gently spiced with a dash of cumin and cinnamon, then tossed with a pepperoncini-spiked tomato sauce.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • Diners get to pick a style when ordering these, such as Street with lime/onions/cilantro or Baja with lime/cheese/cabbage/Baja sauce.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
Definition of sauce
Noun
  • The word entered English during British rule in India and was later extended to mean a hot alcoholic drink, especially one mixed with spirits, hot water, sugar, and spices.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Chili powder, cumin, and cayenne give it the signature chili spice (leave out the cayenne for a milder version) while Worcestershire and tomato sauce provide savoriness.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of spice
Noun
  • Officials also recommended washing leafy vegetables and herbs such as cilantro and basil, as well as snow peas, before using them, removing the outer layer of green onions and avoiding fresh, uncooked raspberries.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 9 July 2026
  • And then finish with a little bit of flaky salt and more herbs.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2026
Definition of herb

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