Definition

Having a pleasant taste or smell, often used to describe food that is not sweet but rather salty or spicy.

Example

The chef prepared a savoury dish that everyone enjoyed at the dinner party.

Conversation

I tried that new restaurant last night, and their dishes were so savoury.

Oh really? I’ve heard great things about it!

You should definitely go; the savoury pies are a must-try.

I’ll add it to my list for sure, thanks!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Savoury → It is derived from the Old French word *savorer* (meaning to taste or to savor) and the suffix '-y' (indicating a quality or characteristic). The word 'savoury' refers to food that is full of flavor or has a pleasant taste, particularly in a salty or spicy sense.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for tasting ('savorer') to remember that 'savoury' describes food that is full of flavor.

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