as in flavors
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food
soup made with beef flavoring
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of flavorings
Many family recipes call for other flavorings like onions, Worcestershire, tomato paste, and vinegar.
—
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Rather than burn tobacco, e-cigarettes heat up a liquid consisting of nicotine, flavorings and additives that are inhaled as vapor.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 15 May 2026
One visible consequence of this administrative action was the reformulation of traditional root beer, which shifted from sassafras to artificial or alternative flavorings, often derived from wintergreen.
—Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 30 Apr. 2026
The grocer is ditching even more artificial preservatives and flavorings.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026
Instead, whole grains and foods are dissembled into molecules which, with the help of artificial colorings, flavorings and gluelike emulsifiers, are heated, pounded, shaped or extruded into any food a manufacturer can dream up.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
They’re made with flour, sugar, butter and eggs, whisked together with flavorings such as anise, lemon, vanilla and cocoa, then baked in a special device.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash.
—Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Juice and other flavorings are sometimes added during fermentation to create a different flavor profile.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Rather than burn tobacco, e-cigarettes heat up a liquid consisting of nicotine, flavorings and additives that are inhaled as vapor.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 15 May 2026
One visible consequence of this administrative action was the reformulation of traditional root beer, which shifted from sassafras to artificial or alternative flavorings, often derived from wintergreen.
—Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 30 Apr. 2026
The grocer is ditching even more artificial preservatives and flavorings.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026
Instead, whole grains and foods are dissembled into molecules which, with the help of artificial colorings, flavorings and gluelike emulsifiers, are heated, pounded, shaped or extruded into any food a manufacturer can dream up.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
They’re made with flour, sugar, butter and eggs, whisked together with flavorings such as anise, lemon, vanilla and cocoa, then baked in a special device.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash.
—Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Juice and other flavorings are sometimes added during fermentation to create a different flavor profile.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavorings
Noun
-
The Blue Coconut Refresher features coconut, strawberry and açaí flavors, and is shaken with ice and blue spirulina.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
-
Krispy Kreme had also expanded its core lineup, adding nine new flavors, plus four seasonal doughnuts that rotate regularly, CharlotteFive previously reported.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
Noun
-
Kale chips can be made by baking kale with avocado oil, salt, and spices.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
18 June 2026
-
The ingredients were fresh and the balance of tangy citrus notes and fiery spices made for an unforgettable meal.—
Deeya Sonalkar,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Flavorings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavorings. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
