flavoured
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfleɪvəd/
KK: /ˈfleɪvərd/
adjective
Definition
Having a specific taste, usually because something has been added to it to enhance its flavor.
Example
The cake was flavoured with vanilla and chocolate.
Conversation
Have you tried that new ice cream shop in town?
Not yet, but I heard they have some amazing flavoured options.
You should definitely go; their strawberry is so rich and flavoured.
I can't wait to try it! I'll make sure to get the flavoured ones.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tasty
savory
seasoned
Antonyms
bland
plain
unseasoned
verb
Definition
To give a particular taste or smell to something, often food or drink.
Example
She flavoured the soup with herbs and spices.
Tense Forms
Past: flavoured
Past Participle: flavoured
Conversation
Did you try the new ice cream shop downtown?
Yes, I did! They flavoured their vanilla with real vanilla beans.
That's awesome! I love when places use real ingredients.
Root Explanation
Flavoured → It is formed from "flavour" (from Old French *flaveur*, meaning taste or aroma) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "flavoured" means having a particular taste or aroma.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for taste ('flaveur') to remember that 'flavoured' means something that has a specific taste or aroma.
Visually Confused Words
favored
unflavored