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

Harry feasted on chicken, ham, and leek pie, served with vegetables, mashed potatoes, and gravy. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 3 Oct. 2026

Oversized turkey platters, enormous serving bowls, banquet-sized gravy boats, chafing dishes, and buffet servers may not earn their keep in a smaller-scale entertaining routine. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026

Specific menu items include the Italian sausage, egg and Cooper’s sharp cheese sandwich; biscuits and gravy; and chorizo breakfast burrito with eggs, potatoes, onions, cheese and zesty red pepper relish. — Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2026

House made marinara sauce and gravy was improperly reheating. — Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing gravy

• gravy train