masala

/ mɑːˈsɑːlə /

noun

1. a mixture of spices ground into a paste, used in Indian cookery

adjective

1. spicy; dramatic

   it was a typical masala film

Word History and Origins

Origin of masala¹

from Urdu masalah, from Arabic masalih ingredients

Example Sentences

There is a sort of alchemy of the masala in some ways, and that journey is parallel to the emotional journey he takes.

From The Daily Beast

Pad Thai, coconut soup, tikka masala, curried goat, sashimi, and crudo.

From The Daily Beast

This was an England where chicken tikka masala was not yet the most popular dish in the country!

From The Daily Beast

But Anupama Chopra says the show lacks the color, music, or masala to rival Slumdog Millionaire.

From The Daily Beast

Those who take too much of masala are often found to suffer from anaemia, and even from diarrhea.

From Project Gutenberg