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
His family continued the business and in 1966 it rose to fame after then-California Gov. Ronald Reagan discovered the flavorful mini jelly beans.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 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
It’s endlessly adaptable, deeply flavorful, and that crispy, crackly skin is a built-in celebration.
From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025
“This one had fish for supper. Mushrooms, grain, and just a bit of leaf. Now that’s flavorful, you must admit, Shed.”
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
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