variants
also savour
1
as in taste
the property of a substance that can be identified by the sense of taste
a gourmet who can identify the ingredients in any dish solely by their savor
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
variants
also savour
1
2
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
as a terminal cancer patient, she's vowed to savor every moment of the time she has left
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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 savor
Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
For now, the team is savoring their moment of triumph.
—Veronique Greenwood, Time, 12 May 2026
At Le Mura in Tropea, savor a pizza with a side of views, or hit Delizie Vaticane for picnic essentials like cheese, salumi, and mousse di cipolla (a salty-sweet spread made of the regional onion) to nosh on at Spiaggia della Contura, the town's less-crowded beach.
—Lee Marshall, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 May 2026
Television functions, for him, as a looking glass through which we are enticed, the better to savor the strangeness of beings infinitely odder, if more resilient, than Humpty Dumpty.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for savor
Verb
An expansive ocean-facing porch beckons guests to savor the sunset.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
For now, the team is savoring their moment of triumph.
—Veronique Greenwood, Time, 12 May 2026
At Le Mura in Tropea, savor a pizza with a side of views, or hit Delizie Vaticane for picnic essentials like cheese, salumi, and mousse di cipolla (a salty-sweet spread made of the regional onion) to nosh on at Spiaggia della Contura, the town's less-crowded beach.
—Lee Marshall, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 May 2026
Television functions, for him, as a looking glass through which we are enticed, the better to savor the strangeness of beings infinitely odder, if more resilient, than Humpty Dumpty.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for savor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for savor
Noun
-
Brother Lawrence Washington’s military service doubtless turned George’s British empires eyes in that direction, yet the temporary nature of Lawrence’s service gave George little more than a taste of what a life at arms entailed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
-
American families who want a convenient holiday without sacrificing taste or style, more than a few trendsetters who enjoy poolside dancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Noun
-
Those same easy casseroles also make up the bulk of our quick-fix, crowd-pleasing suppers, offering hearty deliciousness in a pinch.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
-
Tuaolo blends traditional Samoan and Hawaiian influences into every menu item for a body-fueling and soul-enriching line up of deliciousness in a fast-casual setting.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
There are flavored vodkas like strawberry and blueberry, agave spirits and gin.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
-
There’s an art and a method to blending—pick one whiskey to use as the base, then flavor it with the other components in exacting proportions.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
Verb
-
After he was called up from double-A Rocket City on Friday, Meckler enjoyed a two-for-three night.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
-
The café specializes in kava nectar, which is cold-pressed from kava root, a plant and drink traditionally enjoyed in the South Pacific Islands.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
-
This bright, gently spiced yellow squash soup is exactly that.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 May 2026
-
This would be a very easy way to spice things up.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
-
With all that’s going on in their lives outside of the show, Roker and Dreyer relish the time together on the road.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
-
Pickle lovers must relish the recent attention.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Verb
-
The Hoka Bondi 9 is universally loved by athletes, casual walkers, and travelers for its impressive comfort.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
-
Travel Wise getty images Those who love hitting the road during summer would be wise to remember that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the 100 Deadliest Days for driving.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
-
Reliever Anthony Banda likes Morris’ personality and how he’s unfazed by the newness of his role.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
-
Briceno likes a metallic wash of RMS Beauty Eye Polish with a glossier product tapped onto the center of the lid (try a dab of Gucci Luminous Face and Lip Gloss, or About Face Vinyl Effect Eye Gloss).—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
20 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Savor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savor. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
