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marinate Synonyms

Another word for marinate

Choosing another word for marinate depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To soak food, such as meat, fish, or vegetables, in a seasoned liquid mixture before cooking in order to flavor or tenderize it.

Usage Example

"The chef likes to steep the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for several hours before grilling."

Strong
steep
soak
brine
pickle
Weak
souse

• verb (Context 2)

To remain or dwell in a particular state, environment, or thought so that an idea or feeling can develop fully (used figuratively and informally).

Usage Example

"Let that proposal simmer for a few days before we make a final decision at the board meeting."

Strong
simmer
percolate
stew
Weak
incubate

• Nearby Words

marina
marinade
marinara
marinate
marination
marine
mariner

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Marinate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/marinate
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