savorous Meaning & Definition
What Does Savorous Mean?
Savorous is a noun that means the taste or smell of something. It is also used to mean a particular flavor or smell.
Quick Facts About Savorous
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsā-vər/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | flavor, taste and delectability |
| Antonyms | tastelessness, distastefulness and flatness |
Savorous Definition (Noun)
- the taste or smell of something
- a particular flavor or smell
- a distinctive quality
Synonyms of Savorous
Antonyms of Savorous
Savorous in a Sentence
a gourmet who can identify the ingredients in any dish solely by their savor
the wonderful savor of Mom's apple pie
Word Forms & Grammar
sa·vor·less adjective
sa·vor·ous adjective
savor
savorless
savorous
savors
savour
savours
savorous (comparative more savorous, superlative most savorous)
Words That Rhyme With Savorous
Origin of Savorous
Origin 1: Middle English, from Anglo-French savur, from Latin sapor, from sapere to taste sage
Origin 2: From savor + -ous. Compare French savoureux.
First Known Use
13th century
How Do You Say Savorous?
The standard pronunciation of savorous is /ˈsā-vər/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (sā).
Quick Answers About Savorous
What part of speech is savorous?
Savorous is a noun.
What is another word for savorous?
Words with a similar meaning to savorous include flavor, taste and delectability. See the full list of savorous synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of savorous?
Antonyms of savorous include tastelessness, distastefulness, flatness and insipidity.