soupon

[soo-pon]

soupon Definition

• 1. a very small amount of something
• 2. a hint or suggestion of something

Using soupon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "soupon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Add a soupçon of salt to the sauce.

• Example

  There was a soupçon of doubt in his voice.

• Example

  She had a soupçon of talent for painting.

• Example

  He detected a soupçon of sarcasm in her tone.

soupon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for soupon

• trace
• whiff
• smidgen
• hint
• suggestion

Phrases with soupon

• soupçon of scandal

  a hint or suggestion of scandalous behavior or activity

  Example

  The article contained a soupçon of scandal, but nothing concrete.

• soupçon of truth

  a hint or suggestion of truthfulness or accuracy

  Example

  There may be a soupçon of truth to the rumors about the company's financial troubles.

• soupçon of humor

  a hint or suggestion of humor or amusement

  Example

  Her writing style always has a soupçon of humor that makes it enjoyable to read.

Origins of soupon

from French 'soupçon', meaning 'a suspicion'

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Summary: soupon in Brief

The term 'soupon' [soo-pon] refers to a very small amount of something or a hint or suggestion of something. It can be used to describe adding a small amount of an ingredient to a recipe or detecting a hint of sarcasm in someone's tone. Phrases like 'soupçon of scandal' and 'soupçon of humor' extend its usage.