1
: characteristic flavor
especially
: pleasing or zestful flavor
2
: a quantity just sufficient to flavor or characterize : trace
3
a
: enjoyment of or delight in something that satisfies one's tastes, inclinations, or desires
eat with great relish
b
: a strong liking : inclination
has little relish for sports
4
a
: something adding a zestful flavor
especially
: a condiment (as of pickles or green tomatoes) eaten with other food to add flavor
b
relished; relishing; relishes
1
: to add relish to
2
: to be pleased or gratified by : enjoy
3
: to eat or drink with pleasure
4
: to appreciate with taste and discernment
: to have a characteristic or pleasing taste
Synonyms
Examples of relish in a Sentence
Noun
I like to eat hot dogs with mustard and relish.
She plays the role with great relish.
He took particular relish in pointing out my error.
Verb
I relish traveling to new places.
I don't relish the idea of working late tonight.
He relishes the chance to compete again.
Recent Examples on the Web
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2024
Some did so with apparent relish, cursing the Ukrainian state, whereas others did so passively.
—Brian Milakovsky, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2022
Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 June 2024
The musician is relishing in the difference between his work on Marvel's Disney+ series Spidey and His Amazing Friends and his work as a part of Fall Out Boy.
—Chris Barilla, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
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Noun
The event will encourage mingling through interaction, providing attendees with the opportunity to form meaningful connections or relish in a casual encounter.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2024
Some did so with apparent relish, cursing the Ukrainian state, whereas others did so passively.
—Brian Milakovsky, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2022
Verb
Swimmers and snorkelers will also take delight in the rocky formations arranged around the beach’s clear waters, and sunbathers can relish the picturesque blend of golden sand and small white pebbles.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 June 2024
The musician is relishing in the difference between his work on Marvel's Disney+ series Spidey and His Amazing Friends and his work as a part of Fall Out Boy.
—Chris Barilla, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
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“Relish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relish. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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