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Meaning of savoring
The primary meaning of "savoring" is to enjoy or appreciate something, especially a pleasant experience or a tasty food, by giving it your full attention.
Etymology of savoring
The word "savoring" originates from the Old French word "savourer," which is derived from the Latin word "sapor," meaning taste or flavor, and the suffix "-are," which forms a verb
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of enjoying or appreciating something, often in a deliberate and intentional manner
Synonyms
relishing
enjoying
delighting
appreciating
indulging
reveling
basking
luxuriating
gloating
gratifying
pleasing
satisfying
treating
feasting
rejoicing
wallowing
lingering
dawdling
loitering
tarrying
staying
remaining
dwelling
pondering
reflecting
contemplating
meditating
musing
ruminating
brooding
digesting
assimilating
Definitions
- To enjoy or appreciate something, especially a pleasant experience or a tasty food, by giving it your full attention
- * To taste or smell something slowly and carefully in order to enjoy its flavor or aroma
Usage Examples
- She spent the evening savoring a glass of fine wine and watching the sunset
- * He savored the last bite of his favorite dessert, trying to make it last as long as possible
- * The couple savored the moment, holding hands and looking into each other's eyes
Antonyms
rushing
hurrying
speeding
dashing
fleeting
passing
neglecting
ignoring
disregarding
dismissing
rejecting
despising
loathing
detesting
hating
abhorring
despising
scornful
contemptuous
disdainful