relish

¹rel·ish

noun \ˈre-lish\

Definition of RELISH

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 : appetizer, hors d'oeuvre

Examples of RELISH

1. I like to eat hot dogs with mustard and relish.
2. She plays the role with great relish.
3. He took particular relish in pointing out my error.

Origin of RELISH

alteration of Middle English reles odor, taste, from Middle French, something left behind, release — more at release

First Known Use: 1530

Related to RELISH

Synonyms: appetite, fancy, favor, fondness, like, love, love affair, partiality, preference, liking, shine, taste, use

Antonyms: aversion, disfavor, disgust, dislike, distaste, hatred, loathing, mislike

Related Words: craving, desire, hankering, longing, thirst, yen; enthusiasm, gusto, interest, passion; bias, prejudice; bent, inclination, leaning, propensity, tendency; tooth; palate; weakness

Near Antonyms: apathy, disinclination; indifference, unconcern

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Rhymes with RELISH

hellish