Synonyms for

Sauce

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

Definition

a liquid or semi-liquid substance served with food to add flavor or moisture

Synonyms & similar words

dressing gravy condiment relish salsa marinade flavoring seasoning topping glaze puree vinaigrette pesto aioli chutney hollandaise béchamel roux custard mayonnaise

Synonyms by register

Formal

emulsion dressing condiment

Informal

dip gravy topping

Literary

nectar elixir

Antonyms

dryness blandness plainness insipidity unseasoned

Common collocations

  • tomato sauce
  • hot sauce
  • BBQ sauce
  • add sauce
  • pour sauce
  • thick sauce
  • creamy sauce

Word family

noun sauce
verb sauce

Usage note

While 'sauce' can refer to a liquid condiment, it can also be used informally as a verb meaning to add sauce or to tease someone.

Example sentences

  1. I love dipping my fries in ketchup sauce.
  2. My mom made a delicious barbecue sauce for our chicken.
  3. This pasta needs more sauce to make it less dry.
  4. I put some hot sauce on my eggs this morning.
  5. The chef is famous for his tomato sauce recipe.

Quotes

  • "I don't think there's anything that can't be improved with a little bit of sauce." - Abigail Reynolds
  • "A good cook is like a sorceress who dispenses happiness." - Elsa Schiaparelli
  • "I love to cook, and I love to share." - Curtis Stone

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