flavorful
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of flavorful
Explanation
Food that tastes delicious is flavorful. If the soup you're making is a little bland, you might want to add salt and pepper to make it more flavorful. When you eat something that's tasty and satisfying, or well-seasoned and distinctive, it's flavorful. In other words, it's full of flavor. This adjective dates from the turn of the 18th century — earlier than that, you might have used flavory instead. Anything that tastes good to you can be called flavorful, from a rich beef stew to a ripe mango to a perfectly buttery piece of toast.
Example Sentences
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The brisket, seasoned with salt and pepper along with berbere, rosemary, garlic, and ginger, was the standout—rich, smoky, and deeply flavorful.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
The pastels—reminiscent of empanadas—were filled with beef and vegetables and served with a flavorful sauce.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
Adding a handful of pecans to meals or snacks may be a simple and flavorful way to support cardiovascular health and improve overall diet quality.
From Science Daily • Feb. 22, 2026
Diaz credits social media with sparking a “fervor for really spicy, flavorful food,” and said people are willing to splurge on Caribbean restaurants, since they “travel by eating.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
Angelo recommended slowly braising the leg, in his opinion the most flavorful cut.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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