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as in flavor
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food the stew was too bland before they added the seasoning

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as in flavoring
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food she thinks salt is the ideal seasoning for all batter-fried foods

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seasoning

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verb

present participle of season
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as in spicing
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored the chef seasoned the vegetables as soon as they came out of the oven

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as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function her campaign manager has been seasoned by several hotly contested gubernatorial campaigns

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Recent Examples of seasoning
Noun
On the seasoning side, Akerberg is wild about blackening seasoning, cumin, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder. Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025 Load in the cherry tomatoes, garlic, chopped bell pepper, Italian seasoning and salt. Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 25 Apr. 2025 The pair also launched AC Barbeque together in June 2023, a lifestyle barbecue brand boasting seasonings, rubs and accessories. Emily Rella, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025 Sprinkle with seasoning and drizzle with olive oil, bake, and then cool. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for seasoning
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoning
Noun
  • The latest limited-edition flavor to grace the shelves of your local grocery store is one of the brand’s first sweet-and-savory innovations, creating a very special cookie born from a beloved snack.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Every Friday, the family-friendly Thalassa Brunch transforms the cozy setting into a lively evening filled with Greek flavors and music from a live band and DJ that eventually sees diners take to the floor.
    Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • When choosing any product, check for gluten-free labels on the package, as certain flavorings, stabilizers, or fillings can also contain gluten.
    Lauren O'Connor, MS, RDN, Health, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Unlike many of its competitors, Sir Kensington’s vegan mayo also includes flavorings like rosemary extract, mustard extract, lemon oil, citric acid, and black pepper—which means the final product has distinct black specks, while most others are an unadulterated eggshell in color.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Our focus will be on strengthening our economy and making life more affordable for families across the state.
    Derek Slap, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This means not only strengthening technical defenses but also fostering a culture of security awareness at every level.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The Special artist is also preparing to take on her first lead movie role as she was recently cast as gospel star Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who was one of the first to appeal to rock ‘n’ roll and R&B audiences, in Amazon MGM Studios’ Rosetta.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Membership schools need to decide whether investing millions of dollars in high school sports should be about winning championships or preparing teenagers to be adults.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • When brewed with both milk and water, the cardamom-rich spice blend spreads a soothing warmth through my entire soul.
    Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Blossoming flowers in all variations serve as a versatile base, contrasting and blending numerous notes—from fresh citrus to woody spice—for a scent profile that’s far more unique.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Begin hardening off the tomato seedlings a couple of weeks before the frost date in your geographical region.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
  • That statistic should serve as a wake-up call for any organization still focused on hardening its networks while neglecting the individuals who interact with them.
    Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • But two years ago, the Diamondbacks exploited the three wild card system, qualifying for the postseason with 84 wins and then going on a magical run to the Series.
    Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The misperception here is the belief Congress is currently raising the age for qualifying for Social Security benefits, and that isn't the case.
    Suzanne Blake, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The finished casserole is creamy with a mild-medium spice level from the green chiles and enchilada sauce.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
  • For Summertime Both sandwiches can be paired with two of the comedians’ sauces — Cedric’s Sweet Bussin Brown Sugar Sauce, a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and A deliciously sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and Anthony’s Spicy Chipotle Smoke Sauce, a hotter sauce that uses chipotle peppers.
    Emily Rella, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025

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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoning. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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