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also savoury
1
as in aromatic
having a pleasant smell
cedar is one of the most savory of all woods
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2
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a savory beef stew that really hit the spot
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3
as in satisfying
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
having to fire someone was not a task that the manager found at all savory
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4
as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
a savory new book on a subject that seemingly had been done to death
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Recent Examples of savory
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Berrier says another popular pick is the Fig & Pig, a sweet and savory pie with mozzarella, fig jam, 14-month dry-aged prosciutto, Montchevre goat cheese, and olive oil.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Oct. 2025
The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Oct. 2025
Most people enjoy desserts made with apples, but apples can also be used to sweeten savory dishes.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
By charring scallions and searing steak in the same skillet, every bite builds layers of savory, smoky flavor.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Berrier says another popular pick is the Fig & Pig, a sweet and savory pie with mozzarella, fig jam, 14-month dry-aged prosciutto, Montchevre goat cheese, and olive oil.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
From savory chili to a decadent tiramisu, here are 7 ways to make the most of Autumn’s best flavor.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Oct. 2025
Most people enjoy desserts made with apples, but apples can also be used to sweeten savory dishes.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savory
Adjective
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The final dish is deeply aromatic and rich but not overly spicy.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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As for the drinks, a modest wine list and cocktails like the Old Coast Fashioned (bourbon, demerara syrup, aromatic bitters, orange peel) are on the menu.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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But harness a touch of Scotland’s inimitable peat, and the Rob Roy really steps into its own, the vermouth offering sweetness to the scotch’s smoke, their interplay both delicious and unique.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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Greet guests with a warm welcome, a house drink, and a few delicious appetizers.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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In the end, though, its offbeat approach doesn’t quite pull together enough to make a lasting impression, or even a fully satisfying diversion.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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But there was no satisfying answer to the problem of the art.—
Amy Weiss-Meyer,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Tender and with just a hint of salinity, fresh hauls come in from just off the coast and are served brilliantly with salad and spicy butter.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Buttery and packed with spice, the Cajun compound butter really takes this turkey to the next level without being overly spicy.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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The garden is designed to grow plants such as lettuce, as well as fresh herbs, microgreens, mini cucumbers, snacking peppers and tomatoes, said Jill Seefeld, Germantown School District director of food and nutrition.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Chop herbs, zest citrus and measure dry ingredients for baking so everything is ready to go when the cooking starts.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Witch Hazel Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a type of small deciduous shrub or tree that features fragrant yellow flowers that bloom on old growth from fall to spring, depending on the type.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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There were black burlat cherries, plump apricots, a basket of fragrant strawberries.—
Danielle Postel-Vinay,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Plus, the tree’s natural shape is more pleasing to the winter garden, whereas chopping it down to stumps can be an eyesore in the landscape.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Geopolitical and climate risks are prompting a surge in aesthetically pleasing emergency preparedness gear.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Try the Mezzrole, a piquant blend of French limes, Pickett’s spicy-sweet ginger syrup, and tart rice vinegar that finishes with notes of sea salt.—
Chala June,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 2025
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The spicy Korean burger is for the more adventurous among us, but the piquant pickled slaw on top is super addictive.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Savory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savory. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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