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relish

 

[ ˈrɛlɪʃ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

enjoyment of

A strong liking or enjoyment of something. It is often used to describe the pleasure or satisfaction one gets from a particular activity or experience.

Synonyms

enjoyment, pleasure, satisfaction

Examples of usage

  • I have a relish for spicy food.
  • She ate the meal with great relish.
Context #2 | Verb

add flavor to

To enjoy or appreciate something greatly, especially by adding extra flavor or excitement to it. It can also mean to savor or appreciate something fully.

Synonyms

appreciate, enjoy, savor

Examples of usage

  • She relished the opportunity to try a new cuisine.
  • He relished the chance to compete in the championship.

Translations

Translations of the word "relish" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saborear

🇮🇳 स्वाद लेना

🇩🇪 genießen

🇮🇩 menikmati

🇺🇦 насолоджуватися

🇵🇱 delektować się

🇯🇵 楽しむ (tanoshimu)

🇫🇷 savourer

🇪🇸 disfrutar

🇹🇷 zevk almak

🇰🇷 즐기다 (jeulgida)

🇸🇦 استمتع

🇨🇿 vychutnat si

🇸🇰 vychutnať si

🇨🇳 享受 (xiǎngshòu)

🇸🇮 uživati

🇮🇸 njóta

🇰🇿 ләззат алу

🇬🇪 ისიამოვნო

🇦🇿 ləzzət almaq

🇲🇽 disfrutar

Etymology

The word 'relish' originated from the Old French word 'reles' which means 'something remaining'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'enjoyment of the taste or flavor of something'. The sense of 'pleasure or enjoyment' was later extended to various experiences and activities.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,703, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.