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 Inspectors also found milk at 60 degrees and raw beef stored above condiments and milk. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026 One person surmised that Patrick Mahomes also has an unlimited amount of his favorite condiment. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026 Before mayonnaise was used as a condiment, it was initially used as an ointment. — Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026 The charcuterie board takes an autumnal turn with a jammy, spoonable condiment that pairs beautifully with sharp cheddar or spooned over brie. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condiment
  1. flavoring
  2. seasoning
  3. sauce
  4. spice
  5. herb
Noun
  • Be mindful of the nutrition label when buying peanut butter or oatmeal and avoid varieties with additives, sugar, and flavorings.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The base is a Watermelon Lime energy drink, mixed with raspberry flavorings and lemonade.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of flavoring
Noun
  • Simple items like cooking oil, seasonings and sauces, plus fresh fruit and vegetables empower families to prepare flavorful dishes that respect their culture and preferences.
    — Christine Franz, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Sprinkle with the seasoning mixture and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and gently toss to coat the fish.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of seasoning
Noun
  • Northern Italian cuisine is centered around butter, rice, polenta, cream sauces, and meat.
    — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Originating in Asia, ginger is prevalent in Asian cuisines, where it is used in curries, soups, sauces, and noodle dishes.
    — Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of sauce
Noun
  • Sour Cream Cranberry Muffins Brown sugar, pecans and pumpkin pie spice create both a filling and topping for these muffins.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The five-hour recipe layers flavor at every step, from a dry rub spiked with za’atar and Chinese five-spice to cherry wood smoke, apple juice and honey, and a barbecue sauce with sriracha and rice wine vinegar.
    — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of spice
Noun
  • To have frozen smoothie cubes ready to go, blend watermelon rinds with berries and fresh herbs, and freeze the mixture in ice cube trays.
    — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Examples include strongly scented herbs like sage and rosemary.
    — Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of herb

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