Synonyms of flavoring

flavoring 1 of 2

noun

ˈflā-v(ə-)riŋ 

as in flavor

something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food

soup made with beef flavoring

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flavor
• spice
• seasoning
• sauce

flavoring

2 of 2

verb

present participle of flavor

as in spicing

to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored

try flavoring the beans with salt and oregano

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spicing
• savoring
• seasoning
• enriching
• salting
• enhancing
• saucing
• peppering
• lacing
• perfuming
• aromatizing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of flavoring

Noun

Salt and other flavorings also play their part, but acidity and fat are your foundation. — Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

As for these spices’ association with the mighty pumpkin, several cookbooks from the 17th and 18th centuries feature pumpkin pie recipes that call for such flavorings. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

Verb

The plant’s formal applications gradually reduced to little more than a flavoring agent, featured famously in root beer alongside sarsaparilla, juniper, and vanilla. — Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 30 Apr. 2026

Storebought vindaloo curry paste pulls double duty here, flavoring both the meatballs and the creamy spinach sauce. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026