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adjective

Definition of flavorednext
as in flavorful

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verb

past tense of flavor
as in spiced
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored try flavoring the beans with salt and oregano

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Recent Examples of flavored
Adjective
Readers know that Olive loves her sugary, flavored and colorful drinks. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 11 June 2026 Unlike pre-flavored syrups, this vanilla sugar enhances the natural flavors of your coffee while adding a delicate sweetness. — Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025 That growth is already being driven by demand for premium, artisanal and flavored vodkas, with consumers—especially younger drinkers—seeking unique, high-end flavor experiences. — Lela London, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
It’s made with a creamy cheese sauce that’s flavored with onions. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2026 Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani — steamed under a pastry crust and flavored with seasonings blended in India by Adi’s mother. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026 His pastrami is flavored with the earthy, peppery hallmarks of ras el hanout, while the brisket eats like low-and-slow Texas barbecue, but with the sweet and savory notes of a traditional Ashkenazi brisket recipe. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 The olives are co-milled with Meyer lemons, also grown on-site, so the final product is actually citrus-flavored—no chemicals involved. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026 Book a sunset seating and pair unctuous langoustine nigiri and wagyu tataki with beautifully balanced cocktails flavored with yuzu, Japanese ume apricots, and cherry blossom. — Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 Each bite of brothy ground lamb and beans is flavored with sweet paprika and a touch of red pepper flakes—the perfect savory-spicy balance. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026 The corn relish is flavored with lime juice and jalapenos for an ideal kick. — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026 Vermouth is a lower-proof aperitif flavored with herbs, roots, spices, citrus and other botanicals, typically landing somewhere between 15% and 22% ABV—considerably gentler than the roughly 40% ABV of many familiar spirits. — Devin Parr, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavored
  1. flavorful
  2. spiced
  3. tasty
  4. savory
  5. delicious
  6. tasteful
  7. delectable
  8. flavorsome
Adjective
  • Advertisement Rather than a nuisance, Standridge describes the green crab as tremendously flavorful, producing a beautiful stock that can be used across dishes.
    — Victoria Malloy, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The answer was the Birria Bomb, a compact blend of seasonings designed to simplify the preparation of a deeply flavorful dish.
    — Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of flavorful
Verb
  • The general trivia and straight clues are also tough, and there’s a good amount of novelty, including 11 debut entries, a few oddballs among them, and one utterly brutal misdirect that significantly spiced up my solving experience.
    — Caitlin Lovinger, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The resulting meatballs were moist, herby, spiced, seasoned, spicy and just a joy to eat.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of spiced
Adjective
  • The main dining space, where breakfast is eaten, later turns into a casual Italian restaurant serving the tastiest ragu and other traditional bites.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Keep your coffee maker clean in order to brew the tastiest cup.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of tasty
Adjective
  • There are more than 4,200 licensed daycares in Georgia, so surely there is a way to stack them up and compare — or at least weed out the less savory ones.
    — Samantha Hogan, AJC.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The pepperoni was savory and a little crisp around the edges, while the hot honey added a sweet kick that played nicely against the salty meat and melted cheese.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of savory
Adjective
  • There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
  • No ermine robe was too soft, and no dish too delicious, for the cardinals of the past.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • The smoothness of Knock Knock echoes through the rolling mid-tempo grooves of Stiltz’s unshowy arrangements, featuring drifting pedal steel from Theo Stocks and tasteful embellishments from Ana Roxanne on piano and vocals.
    — Harry Thorfinn-George, Pitchfork, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The great outdoors The outdoor space of Crawford’s Brentwood home rivaled its tasteful interior.
    — Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of tasteful
Adjective
  • The delectable dip paired with the sugary chips was a heavenly combination, with a surprising burst of chocolate in every scoop.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
  • There’s no need to add heavy cream; the soup is delectable as is.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of delectable
Adjective
  • While some editors wanted more pronounced corn notes, others loved its flavorsome roasty-toasty character.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2026
  • Chili can be served on its own or with bowls of rice or cornbread, and can be repurposed into a flavorsome pasta sauce, taco filling, or nacho topper.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
Definition of flavorsome

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