Synonyms for

Ginger

Verb / ˈdʒɪndʒɜ: / Another word for ginger — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a spice made from the root of a plant, or the pale yellow-brown color of the spice

Synonyms & similar words

gingerroot powderedginger peppiness gingery pep spice flavoring seasoning condiment zest tang piquancy peppiness kick snap savor savour taste smack relish pungency bite sharpness acridity acerbity

Synonyms by register

Formal

spice aromatic root zingiber

Informal

redhead fiery red

Literary

auburn russet

Antonyms

cool pale fair light-skinned blonde

Common collocations

  • ginger ale
  • ginger beer
  • ginger snap
  • ginger root
  • ginger tea
  • candied ginger
  • ginger lily

Word family

noun ginger
adjective gingery

Usage note

As a noun, 'ginger' often refers to the spice or a person with red hair. As an adjective, it describes the color red or a spicy flavor.

Example sentences

  1. I added ginger to my stir-fry to give it some flavor.
  2. The ginger plant is grown in many countries around the world.
  3. Gingerbread is a popular dessert during the holidays.
  4. Ginger ale is a type of soda that tastes like ginger.
  5. The color of the wall was a pale shade of ginger.

Quotes

  • I'm not sure if I'm a redhead because I'm Irish or because I'm addicted to the Ginger Snap cookies. - Unknown
  • I'm a ginger, and there's not enough ginger representation out there. - Ed Sheeran
  • Ginger Rogers did everything Fred Astaire did, but backwards and in high heels. - Ann Richards

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