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marinade Synonyms
Another word for marinade
Choosing another word for marinade depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A liquid mixture, typically containing oil, acid, and spices, in which meat, fish, or vegetables are soaked before cooking to add flavor or tenderize the food.
Usage Example
"The chef left the chicken in a spicy yogurt brine overnight to ensure it was tender and flavorful."
Strong
brine
Weak
souse
pickle
• verb (Context 2)
To soak food in a flavored, acidic liquid before cooking.
Usage Example
"He marinaded the beef steaks in red wine and herbs for several hours before lighting the grill."
Strongest
marinate
Strong
brine
soak
steep
Weak
souse
pickle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Marinade. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/marinade