Synonyms of gravy

gravy

noun

ˈgrā-vē 

1

as in sauce

a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish

order a large serving of fries with extra gravy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sauce
• dressing
• condiment
• seasoning
• relish
• topping
• garnish
• dip
• marinade
• fixing(s)

2

as in bonus

something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed

you only pay for three CDs; the fourth one they give you is just gravy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bonus
• dividend
• gift
• contribution
• tip
• extra
• donation
• pension
• gratuity
• gravy train
• presentation
• perquisite
• perk
• lagniappe
• subsidy
• reward
• throw-in
• cumshaw
• donative
• offering
• present
• bounty
• premium
• generosity
• grant
• prize
• windfall
• icing
• award
• benefaction
• benevolence
• largesse
• beneficence
• bestowal
• boon
• charity
• philanthropy
• manna
• fringe benefit
• giveaway
• freebie
• favor

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of gravy

The mix of shapes and sizes gives me plenty of options to store leftovers — from gravy inside the 1-cup bowls to mashed potatoes inside the larger ones. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2026

Josie’s breakfast and lunch menus, says Sieve, will have no shortage of diner classics like country fried steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, buttermilk pancakes, a Reuben sandwich and Grandma Helen’s Swedish meatballs. — Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Giblet Gravy While traditional gravy may be acceptable other days of the year, for our readers, Giblet Gravy is a must-have on Thanksgiving Day. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2026

The meal specifically includes an 8-pound Butterball frozen turkey, Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, Stove Top stuffing, Kraft macaroni and cheese, McCormick turkey gravy mix, ingredients for green bean casserole and more. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026

Phrases Containing gravy

• gravy train