Synonyms of spices

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scents
• fragrances
• aromas
• perfumes
• fragrancies
• balms
• incenses
• bouquets
• attars
• essences
• odors
• redolences

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stenches
• stinks
• reeks
• malodors
• fetors

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flavors
• flavorings
• seasonings
• sauces

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flavors
• sauces
• salts
• savors
• enriches
• peppers
• seasons
• laces
• enhances
• perfumes
• aromatizes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of spices

Noun

Arabs, Persians, Indians and Africans have all exchanged spices, ivory, and textiles along this stretch of the Swahili Coast. — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

They are also dusted with spices, likely some garlic powder and onion powder. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 28 July 2026

This drink is about the strawberries, cream, liqueurs, and spices, not the base spirit. — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 25 July 2026

Other menu items include Boerewors, a South African sausage; Bunny Chow, a street food made with bread that’s filled with a choice of a protein and spices; and premium steak and seafood. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

To maximize flavor in low-salt foods prepared at home, try experimenting with different spices and herbs. — Minakshi Raj, The Conversation, 24 July 2026

There are several different size options, including smaller containers for nuts or spices. — Kim Grundy, Southern Living, 24 July 2026

Apart from the abundant trade of silk and spices, the Silk Road facilitated the transfer of technologies and philosophies and the interaction of Indian and Chinese peoples. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026

The margaritas here, made with top-shelf tequilas and infusions of unique fruits and spices, are much better than the frozen swill served in the general Mexico Pavilion. — Laura Ratliff, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 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