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 Seagrapes, the open-air restaurant flanking the main pool, impressed with a bright shrimp ceviche and a crave-worthy smashburger dressed in Rosado’s take on Mayochup, the island’s beloved condiment. Amber Kallor, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026 Sweeteners and Condiments Most people regularly use sweeteners, such as sugar and honey, and condiments, such as salad dressing and mayonnaise. Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Jan. 2026 Another fun condiment option, this zesty mustard features dill pickle seasoning to bring sandwiches, hot dogs, and hamburgers up a notch. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026 The task force usually passes out kits that include fentanyl detection strips inside plastic sandwich bags, along with sterile water and little paper condiment cups, which are used to perform the test; illicit pills should be crushed first before testing. Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
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Noun
  • Avoid bouillon cubes or soup flavoring packs that may contain up to 1,000 mg of sodium.
    MD Published, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Instead of bottled salad dressing, make a simple one at home with olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, a dab of mustard and other flavorings of choice, such as garlic, herbs, or honey.
    Michael I Goran, The Conversation, 3 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Spices and seasonings make our taste buds – and sometimes our bodies – dance in delight.
    Cody Godwin, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
  • That said, plain panko works fine—you’ll just need to combine it with a bit of salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder before breading the chicken.
    Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The noodles should be tender and never tough, with enough sauce poured over the top to allow for easy separation.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Instead of ordering pizza, serve this bread with your favorite marinara sauce.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Cooking with whole spices adds a complex, alluring flavor that permeates both the rice and the meatballs.
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Sparkling Orange Nº1, a low-intervention, organic orange (orange colored due to skin contact, no oranges used) bubbly from Alsace that pops with orange peel and juicy peach, then drifts into jasmine, herbs, and gentle spice.
    Lanee Lee, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • This month, scour shelves for gathering baskets for your herbs and small vegetables, or larger wicker laundry baskets for hauling heavy, bulky edibles like cabbage and melons.
    Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
  • The on-site farm yields a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs—from several different types of tomatoes to wing beans, lemon cucumber, Hawaiian papaya, and romaine lettuce.
    Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026

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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiment. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.

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