# flavored

/ˈfɫeɪvɝd/ (US)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/flavored
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 1. having a specific taste

adjective · CEFR B1 · American English

having a particular taste added to it.

For teachers: having a specific, often added, taste or aroma. Often used in combination with a noun (e.g., 'cherry-flavored').

- The kids prefer strawberry-flavored milk over the plain kind.
- The manufacturer introduced a range of naturally flavored sparkling waters to compete with the sugary sodas currently dominating the market.

## Examples

- I prefer strawberry flavored yogurt for breakfast.
- The shop sells dozens of differently flavored syrups that you can add to your morning coffee.
- While the base spirit is neutral, the gin is heavily flavored with botanicals like juniper, coriander, and citrus peel during the distillation process.

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