savory
AdjectiveNoun
Meanings
Adjective
Having a salty or spicy taste rather than a sweet one.
"The chef prepared a savory tart filled with goat cheese and spinach."
Adjective
Morally acceptable or respectable.
"The politician was reluctant to discuss the savory details of his early business dealings."
Noun
A dish that is salty or spicy rather than sweet.
"The appetizer platter consisted of several small savories including mini quiches."
Noun
A fragrant herb of the genus Satureja used in cooking.
"She added a pinch of dried savory to the stuffing for a peppery aroma."