Relishing: meaning, definitions and examples

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relishing

 

[ ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

enjoyment, pleasure

Relishing refers to taking great pleasure or enjoyment in something, often involving savoring the experience or flavor. It can be applied to food or other enjoyable experiences, indicating a deep appreciation for the moment.

Synonyms

appreciating, delighting in, enjoying, savoring

Examples of usage

  • She was relishing every bite of her delicious meal.
  • He sat back, relishing the success of his project.
  • They were relishing the warmth of the sun on their skin.

Translations

Translations of the word "relishing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apreciação

🇮🇳 आनंद लेना

🇩🇪 genießen

🇮🇩 menikmati

🇺🇦 насолоджуючись

🇵🇱 cieszenie się

🇯🇵 楽しむ

🇫🇷 se réjouir

🇪🇸 disfrutar

🇹🇷 keyfini çıkarmak

🇰🇷 즐기다

🇸🇦 الاستمتاع

🇨🇿 užívat si

🇸🇰 užívať si

🇨🇳 享受

🇸🇮 uživati

🇮🇸 njóta

🇰🇿 құмарлану

🇬🇪 მოხმარება

🇦🇿 zövq almaq

🇲🇽 disfrutar

Word origin

The word 'relish' has its origins in Middle English and Old French, derived from the Latin term 'relaxare', which means 'to relax'. The transition of 'relish' into a term signifying enjoyment can be traced back to the notion of taking pleasure in something that is enjoyable or pleasurable. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass the enjoyment of flavors, particularly in the context of food, where it refers to savoring tastes and lasting enjoyment derived from them. 'Relishing' is the present participle form and reflects the action of engaging deeply with the pleasure of a sensory experience.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,453, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.