Synonyms for flavor

noun

1. That which pleases the palate

   taste, savor, tang, relish, smack, sapidity, gusto, piquancy, flavoring, aftertaste, zest, wallop*, zing*.

   Descriptive terms for flavors include: tartness, sweetness, acidity, saltiness, spiciness, pungency, piquancy, astringency, bitterness, sourness, pepperiness, hotness, gaminess, greasiness, fishy taste.

2. Essential nature

   character, quality, feeling; see character 1, characteristic, essence 1.

verb