spices 1 of 2

noun

plural of spice
1
as in scents
a sweet or pleasant smell a cologne for men that captures all of the spice of the sea

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as in flavors
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food Europe in Columbus's time imported rare and valuable spices from the Indies

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spices

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verb

present tense third-person singular of spice
as in sauces
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored spice the stew with more pepper

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Recent Examples of spices
Noun
Flour, salt and spices were not labeled with the common name of the food. — Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026 The chicken is marinated with garlic, onion, paprika, and other spices before being seared and sliced. — Tricia Goss, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2026 Bénédictine is composed of 27 herbs and spices and bottled at 80 proof, which all seems like a lot, except when compared to Yellow Chartreuse, which recruits some 130 herbs and spices, and is currently bottled at 86 proof. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026 If garlic or onions regularly leave you smelling off, Cleveland Clinic suggests using them sparingly or swapping in herbs and spices. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026 The clinic also suggests swapping garlic and onions for herbs and spices if those foods trigger odor. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026 First voyage Columbus wanted to find the fastest way to get to the southwest Pacific to bring home exotic spices. — Peter C. Mancall, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2026 Orange Ginger, Green Cardamom and Blue Turmeric all harken back to the richness of India’s spices and pigments. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026 Whether magnetic-rack systems expand beyond spices and utensils into larger accessories mounted on refrigerator sides. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026
Verb
Plaintiff Burlap & Barrel, for example, sources spices from across the globe, including from countries like Vietnam, Guatemala, Tanzania, Turkey and France—all of which have very different economies and workforce conditions. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 27 July 2026 The design detail spices up standard summer uniforms by adding texture and a more exciting, intentional feel to, say, a denim-shorts-and-white-T-shirt look. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 13 June 2026 Filled with vegetables, greens, and spices this one-pot pasta is a vegetarian dream. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026 Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spices
  1. scents
  2. flavors
  3. fragrances
  4. flavorings
  5. aromas
  6. perfumes
Noun
  • Bathrooms have marble floors and walls of an almost pure-white Dolomite stone, with rain showers and separate tubs supplied with Natura Bissé products in rosemary and white tea scents.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Plan it by room, pick scents that fit what each room is actually for and treat the vessel as part of the furniture.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of scents
Noun
  • Most travelers end up eating out for other meals, given their robust itineraries, but this is undeniably the best spot to start your day (and a great way to sample local flavors).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The pumpkin-spice flavors are back, the leaves are changing, and the MLB playoffs have begun.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of flavors
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  • But now there’s more overlap, with high growth coming from luxury fragrances in the East and skin care showing muscle in the West.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The company subsequently expanded beyond outerwear to become one of Britain’s most recognizable luxury brands, offering clothing for men, women, and children as well as handbags, luggage, fragrances, cosmetics, and other accessories.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of fragrances
Noun
  • Later that day, at the other end of the sprawling coastal city, an inspection team arrived unannounced at a factory for food flavorings and bakery additives.
    — Zishaan a Latif, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Be mindful of the nutrition label when buying peanut butter or oatmeal and avoid varieties with additives, sugar, and flavorings.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of flavorings
Noun
  • The official tasting notes detail aromas of pear, apple, and sourdough on the nose, followed by agave nectar, cacao nibs, and toasted walnut on the palate.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
  • That warm, toasty scent hangs in the air at Masa y Taza, combined with the deep, smoky aromas of chorizo.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of aromas
Noun
  • The wines and spirits division maintained its momentum with a 6 percent increase in organic sales, while revenues in perfumes and cosmetics were flat in the quarter.
    — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Perfectly lucid, aware of the smell of Simple Green overtaken by perfumes, the talcum stink of baby powder.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of perfumes

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“Spices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spices. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.

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