# fruity

/ˈfɹuti/ (US) · /fɹˈuːti/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fruity
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

having a strong taste or smell of fruit. In some informal situations, it can also describe a voice that sounds deep and rich.

For teachers: resembling or containing the flavour or aroma of fruit. When describing a voice, it refers to a resonant, rich, and slightly theatrical quality.

## Examples

- This wine has a very fruity taste.
- The chef added a splash of vinegar to balance the fruity sweetness of the berry sauce.
- The actor's fruity baritone filled the small theatre, lending an air of unintended comedy to the more serious scenes of the play.

## Usage notes

- Typically used as a gradable adjective; often follows linking verbs like 'taste', 'smell', or 'sound'.

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