pepper Synonyms
Another word for pepper
• noun (Context 1)
A pungent, hot-tasting powder prepared from dried and ground peppercorns, commonly used as a spice or condiment to flavor food.
"She added a pinch of black spice and salt to the soup to enhance its rich flavor."
• noun (Context 2)
A hollow, fleshy fruit of the Capsicum plant, typically having a green, red, or yellow skin, eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable.
"He chopped a fresh red bell capsicum to toss into the summer salad."
• verb (Context 3)
To season or sprinkle food with pepper.
"The chef carefully peppered the steak before searing it in the hot pan."
• verb (Context 4)
To scatter or intersperse abundantly throughout something.
"The dynamic speaker peppered his presentation with humorous anecdotes to keep the audience engaged."
• noun (Context 5)
A tropical climbing vine native to South and Southeast Asia, cultivated for its small fruit which are dried to produce peppercorns.
"The farmer planted several rows of vine vines in the shaded section of the agricultural estate."
• verb (Context 6)
To hit or strike repeatedly with small objects or projectiles.
"Large hailstones peppered the roof of the car during the sudden afternoon thunderstorm."