Synonyms for

Pickles

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

Definition

Pickles are cucumbers or other vegetables that have been preserved in vinegar and spices.

Synonyms & similar words

hole muddle jam pickle mess fix kettleoffish gherkins relish brine preserves capers chutney piccalilli cornichons savoury condiment marinade sauerkraut kimchi olives peppers onions celery carrots beets radishes

Synonyms by register

Formal

brine-preserved vegetables fermented cucumbers acidified produce

Informal

dills gherkins souries

Literary

vinegary delights briny morsels

Antonyms

freshness sweetness plainness unspoiled natural state

Common collocations

  • dill pickles
  • sweet pickles
  • sour pickles
  • pickled onions
  • pickled eggs
  • in a pickle
  • pickle jar

Word family

noun pickle
verb pickle
adjective pickled

Usage note

The word 'pickle' can refer to the preserved food item or a difficult situation. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I put pickles on my hamburger.
  2. My mom makes the best homemade pickles.
  3. I don't like sweet pickles, I prefer dill pickles.
  4. I like to snack on pickles when I watch TV.
  5. My grandpa loves to eat pickles straight out of the jar.

Quotes

  • “I hate pickles. They are cucumbers soaked in evil.” – Stephanie Perkins
  • “I’m just a pickle in a world of cucumbers.” – John Green
  • “A kosher dill pickle cured in New York has become a full-fledged deli pickle.” – Jane and Michael Stern

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