Definition

The quality of having a pleasant taste or smell, often associated with rich, flavorful foods.

Example

The savoriness of the dish made it a favorite among the guests.

Conversation

I just tried a new dish that really highlighted the savoriness of the ingredients.

That sounds delicious! What was in it?

It had a mix of herbs and spices that brought out the flavors perfectly.

I love when a meal has that kind of depth in savoriness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Savoriness → It is formed from "savor" (from Old French *savourer*, meaning to taste or to have flavor) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of). The word "savoriness" refers to the quality of having a pleasant taste or flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'savor' which relates to tasting something delicious, and remember that 'savoriness' means the quality of being tasty.

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