Synonyms of saltiness

saltiness

noun

as in saltness

the quality or state of being salty

the saltiness of the pretzels went well with the soda pop we were drinking

Synonyms & Similar Words

• saltness
• salinity
• brininess

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• purity
• sweetness
• freshness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of saltiness

And while most people agree that red-eye gravy needs no seasoning beyond the country ham’s saltiness, some cooks add pinches of sugar and/or cayenne. —Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025

Medium-bodied with good weight on the palate, lively acidity and a finish with excellent persistence and the textbook saltiness of this grape. —Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025

There was a modicum of improvement in cookies that included peanut butter, such as the Peanut Butter Crisp featuring Butterfinger, since there was a bit more saltiness to enjoy. —Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025

A touch of sugar balances the saltiness of the soy sauce in the vinaigrette. —Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 8 Aug. 2025

The teriyaki beef was served as thin cuts of soft meat, where the saltiness overpowered the sweetness and tanginess. —Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025