spice
Translation
spice, seasoning, zest, excitement
Examples
Cinnamon is a popular spice.
Cinnamon is a popular spice.
Travel adds spice to your life.
Travel adds spice to your life.
Grammar Patterns
((a spice)) a substance used to flavor food Cinnamon is a popular spice.
((to add spice to sth.)) to add excitement or interest to (sth.) Travel adds spice to your life.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seasoning, herb, flavoring (for food); excitement, zest, kick (for life)
Etymology
From Old French 'espice', from Latin 'species' meaning 'sort, kind', and later 'wares, goods'.
Memory Tips
Think of adding 'spice' to food to make it more exciting, just as you 'add spice' to your life for excitement.