savor
Translation
to savour, to enjoy, to relish
Examples
He savored every bite of the delicious cake.
He savoured every bite of the delicious cake.
She savored the moment of victory.
She savoured the moment of victory.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to enjoy (sth.) completely Savor the peace and quiet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: relish, enjoy, appreciate; Antonyms: dislike, rush
Etymology
From Old French 'savour' (taste), from Latin 'sapor' (taste).
Memory Tips
'Savor' sounds a bit like 'save for' later. You enjoy something so much you want to 'save' the feeling 'for' later.