garnish Synonyms
Another word for garnish
• noun (Context 1)
A small amount of decorative or flavorful food, such as herbs, lemon slices, or edible flowers, added to a dish or drink before serving to enhance its appearance or taste.
"The chef placed a sprig of fresh parsley on the soup as a colorful decoration."
• verb (Context 2)
To decorate or embellish a prepared dish or drink with a small amount of another food or herb before serving.
"You can decorate the roasted salmon with thin slices of lemon and fresh dill."
• verb (Context 3)
To legally seize or withhold a portion of a debtor's wages or property from a third party in order to satisfy an unpaid debt or court judgment.
"The court ordered the employer to garnishee his wages until the overdue child support was paid in full."
Opposites of garnish
The opposite of garnish shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: