curried
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈkɜːrid/
KK: /ˈkɜrɪd/
adjective
Definition
Prepared with a mixture of spices, typically including curry powder, to enhance flavor.
Example
The curried chicken was a hit at the dinner party.
Conversation
I tried a new recipe for dinner last night.
Oh really? What did you make?
It was a curried vegetable dish, and it turned out great!
That sounds delicious! I love curried food.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spiced
seasoned
flavored
Antonyms
bland
plain
unseasoned
verb
Definition
To prepare food by cooking it with a mixture of spices, often resulting in a flavorful dish.
Example
She curried the chicken with a blend of spices and coconut milk.
Tense Forms
Past: curried
Past Participle: curried
Conversation
Did you try the dish I curried last night?
Yeah, it was really delicious!
I'm glad you liked it; I curried it with some extra spices.
Root Explanation
Curried → The word 'curried' comes from the verb 'curry', which is derived from the Old French 'currier' (meaning to prepare or to dress). The term originally referred to the preparation of food with spices, particularly in the context of Indian cuisine. The suffix '-ed' indicates that it is in the past tense or has been prepared in this manner.
Memory Tip
Think of 'currier' as preparing or dressing food with spices, which helps you remember that 'curried' means food that has been prepared with curry spices.
Visually Confused Words
uncurried
hurried
carried
curie
cried
scurvied
scurrile
scurrier