Synonyms for

Chilli

Verb Another word for chilli — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a spicy dish made with chilli peppers or powder, often served with meat and beans

Synonyms & similar words

chile chilipepper chili chilly pepper spice seasoning sauce condiment flavoring pungency heat zest kick bite tang piquancy jalapeno habanero cayenne paprika

Synonyms by register

Formal

capsicum pepper

Informal

pep heat

Literary

fire ember

Antonyms

sweet mild bland calm gentle cool

Common collocations

  • red chilli
  • green chilli
  • hot chilli
  • dried chilli
  • chilli powder
  • chilli sauce
  • chilli flakes

Word family

noun chilli
adjective chilli
adverb chillily

Usage note

While 'chilli' can refer to the plant or the pod, 'chili' is a common alternative spelling, especially in American English, often referring to the dish.

Example sentences

  1. I added some chilli to my soup and it tasted much better.
  2. My mom makes the best chilli in the world.
  3. I can't eat too much chilli because it's too spicy for me.
  4. Chilli is a popular dish in many countries.
  5. I like to eat chilli with cornbread.

Quotes

  • Life is too short to eat bad chilli.
  • Chilli: it's like a party in your mouth.
  • You can't buy happiness, but you can buy chilli and that's kind of the same thing.

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