Definition

Related to or derived from mushrooms.

Example

The chef used a fungic sauce made from wild mushrooms to enhance the flavor of the dish.

Conversation

I tried a new dish last night that had a really interesting fungic flavor.

Oh really? I've never heard of fungic dishes before.

Yeah, it was made with some kind of mushroom sauce.

That sounds delicious! I love trying new flavors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fungic → It is derived from 'fungus' (from Latin 'fungus', meaning mushroom or fungus) and the suffix '-ic' (meaning pertaining to). The word 'fungic' refers to something that is related to or characteristic of fungi.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fungus' which refers to mushrooms and the suffix '-ic' meaning related to. This helps you remember that 'fungic' pertains to fungi.

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