as in root
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
finally got to the pith of the discussion
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 pith
The blend balances a velvety, silky structure with flourishes of rose-water and pleasantly bitter citrus flavors, like biting into a ripe orange through the peel and pith.
—
Elizabeth Wellington, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Continue around the lemon until all of the peel and pith have been removed, going back to carefully remove any patches of pith as needed.
—Stephanie Ganz, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
The nose reveals vibrant tropical fruits, lemon curd, fragrant almond blossom, and pink grapefruit pith.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for pith
Elizabeth Wellington, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Continue around the lemon until all of the peel and pith have been removed, going back to carefully remove any patches of pith as needed.
—Stephanie Ganz, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
The nose reveals vibrant tropical fruits, lemon curd, fragrant almond blossom, and pink grapefruit pith.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for pith
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pith
Noun
-
Evolito itself traces its roots to YASA’s early axial flux technology.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
-
Little Tokyo often steals the spotlight, but Gardena and Torrance’s Japanese American roots run just as deep.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Their language mimics the essence of things, evocations of items and experiences.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
-
Although the codes are reinvented, the essence almost always remains the same.—
Tatiana Ojea,
Glamour,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Pasta Whole-grain pasta, including whole wheat pasta, retains more fiber, vitamins like B vitamins, and essential minerals such as iron and magnesium, which support heart health, digestion, and energy.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
29 Oct. 2025
-
Now Governor Healey and the homeless industrial complex have set their heart on over-cramming capacity on Redlands Road.—
Lou Murray,
Boston Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Mongolian Cashmere Fisherman Sweater Vest Sweater vests are the perfect middle layer when the seasons transition to warm up your core without overheating your arms under jackets.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
-
Season 34's core panel of judges all agreed that Earle performed exceptionally.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Toss the crispy gnocchi with lots of sweet, fresh corn kernels, prepared pesto and a hefty sprinkle of grated cheese, and broil until the cheese gets bubbly, gooey and slightly charred in spots.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
-
But critics say the memo builds on kernels of truth before veering into unscientific fringe theories.—
Stephanie Armour,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Pith.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pith. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share