Synonyms

flavorful

American

[fley-ver-fuhl] / ˈfleɪ vər fəl /

adjective

full of flavor; tasty.

Other Word Forms

flavorfully adverb

Etymology

Origin of flavorful

First recorded in 1925–30; flavor + -ful

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

How easily we become snobbish about ingredients that offer smart, flavorful solutions for real bodies and finite energy.

From Salon • Jan. 5, 2026

“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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