Definition

Relating to or derived from vanilla, a flavoring made from the vanilla bean.

Example

The cake had a delightful vanillic flavor that everyone enjoyed.

Conversation

Have you tried that new ice cream flavor they have at the shop?

Not yet, but I heard it has a really vanillic taste.

I love anything with vanilla, so I have to check it out soon!

Definitely! I bet it's going to be delicious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vanillic is derived from "vanilla" (from Latin *vānilla*, meaning little pod) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "vanillic" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of vanilla.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vanilla' as a little pod that gives a sweet flavor, and the '-ic' means it's related to that flavor. So, vanillic describes something that has the qualities of vanilla.

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