Word
fermented
Phoneticsfer·ment·ed
US/fɝˈmɛntəd/
UK/fɜːmˈɛntɪd/
Definition
adj. describes food or drink that has changed chemically over time, usually to become sour or alcoholic. This process uses tiny living things like bacteria or yeast to change the flavor.
adj. undergone a chemical change through the action of bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms. Often used to describe the preservation or flavor enhancement of organic substances.
Examples
“I love the sour taste of fermented cabbage.”
“Many traditional diets rely on fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi to provide beneficial bacteria for gut health.”
“The distinct, pungent aroma of the fermented soybeans indicated that the traditional aging process was complete and the paste was ready for culinary use.”
Examples
simple
“I love the sour taste of fermented cabbage.”
contextual
“Many traditional diets rely on fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi to provide beneficial bacteria for gut health.”
complex
“The distinct, pungent aroma of the fermented soybeans indicated that the traditional aging process was complete and the paste was ready for culinary use.”
Usage
Often used as a participial adjective before a noun or after a linking verb like 'is' or 'tastes'.
Real-World Examples
“Raw and fermented milk is more widely drunk in rural areas.” “The alcohol order includes beer, wine, liquor, cider and other fermented beverages.” Scan code
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