savoury

[ˈseɪvəri]

savoury Definition

  • 1having a pleasant, slightly salty or spicy taste, not sweet
  • 2morally wholesome or acceptable

Using savoury: Examples

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

  • Example

    She made a savoury soup for dinner.

  • Example

    The restaurant serves both sweet and savoury dishes.

  • Example

    The book is a savoury account of the author's travels.

  • Example

    He has a savoury reputation in the industry.

savoury Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for savoury

Idioms Using savoury

  • a person who is unpleasant or morally questionable

    Example

    The new neighbor seems like an unsavoury character.

  • a pleasant or appetizing odor

    Example

    The kitchen was filled with the savoury smell of roasting chicken.

  • a meal or course that is not sweet

    Example

    I prefer savoury dishes over sweet ones.

Phrases with savoury

  • a small amount of food that is eaten between meals

    Example

    I usually have a savoury snack in the afternoon.

  • a baked dish consisting of a pastry crust filled with meat, vegetables, or cheese

    Example

    I love having a slice of savoury pie for lunch.

  • a liquid or semi-solid substance served with food to add flavor or moisture

    Example

    The steak was served with a delicious savoury sauce.

Origins of savoury

from Old French 'savouré', past participle of 'savoir' meaning 'to know'

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Summary: savoury in Brief

'Savoury' [ˈseɪvəri] describes food that has a pleasant, slightly salty or spicy taste, not sweet. It also refers to something that is morally wholesome or acceptable. Examples include 'She made a savoury soup for dinner.' and 'The book is a savoury account of the author's travels.' Phrases like 'savoury snack' and idioms like 'a savoury smell' further illustrate the term.