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fruity

 

[ ˈfruːti ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

taste description

The term 'fruity' is commonly used to describe flavors or aromas that are reminiscent of fruit. It often indicates a sweet or fresh taste, typical in descriptions of beverages, desserts, and sometimes savory dishes. Fruity characteristics are prevalent in many wines, where they are used to convey the presence of specific fruit notes such as berry, citrus, or stone fruit. In general, something described as fruity is appealing to the senses, invoking a sense of freshness and natural sweetness.

Synonyms

flavored, juicy, sweet, tropical

Examples of usage

  • This wine has a fruity aroma of cherries.
  • The cake has a light, fruity flavor.
  • I love fruity cocktails during summer.
  • Her perfume has a distinctly fruity scent.
  • The salad was enhanced with a fruity dressing.

Translations

Translations of the word "fruity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 frutado

🇮🇳 फलों वाला

🇩🇪 fruchtig

🇮🇩 berbuah

🇺🇦 фруктовий

🇵🇱 owocowy

🇯🇵 フルーティー

🇫🇷 fruité

🇪🇸 frutal

🇹🇷 meyveli

🇰🇷 과일의

🇸🇦 فاكهة

🇨🇿 ovocný

🇸🇰 ovocný

🇨🇳 水果的

🇸🇮 sadni

🇮🇸 ávöxtur

🇰🇿 жемісті

🇬🇪 ხილიანი

🇦🇿 meyvəli

🇲🇽 frutal

Word origin

The word 'fruity' derives from the Middle English term 'fruyt,' which comes from the Old French 'fruit' and further originates from the Latin word 'fructus.' Initially, 'fruitus' referred to the produce of plants, particularly the sweet edibles. By the late 14th century, 'fruity' began to be used descriptively, often linking the sensory characteristics of fragrance and taste associated with different types of fruits. Over time, the usage of 'fruity' expanded from its literal sense, often finding application in culinary discussions, marketing for beverages, and even in describing personalities or emotional qualities. In modern usage, 'fruity' can also carry colloquial meanings in various contexts, including describing someone as eccentric or flamboyant. The evolution of the term reflects broader cultural trends towards appreciating the complexities and varieties of flavors, particularly in gastronomy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,827, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.