Relish
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
Definitions
3 meaningsGreat enjoyment or appreciation.
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
A strong enjoyment or appreciation of something.
He took great relish in the thought of finally being able to relax.
💡 Simply: When you *relish* something, it's like you LOVE it and get a lot of pleasure from it! Like, I *relish* playing video games on the weekend. It's so much fun!
👶 For kids: It means you like something a lot and are happy about it!
More Examples
She showed a relish for a good debate.
The children had a relish for sweets.
How It's Used
"She took great relish in telling her friends about the surprise party."
"The novel's protagonist relished the solitude of the mountains."
A flavorful condiment, usually made from chopped vegetables or fruits, used to add flavor to food.
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
A flavorful condiment.
The sandwich was topped with a generous helping of relish.
💡 Simply: Relish can also be that yummy, chopped-up stuff you put on your hot dog or burger. It adds a special flavor!
👶 For kids: It's like a yummy sauce or topping you put on food.
More Examples
The chef added a secret ingredient to his homemade relish.
She prefers sweet pickle relish on her hamburgers.
How It's Used
"I'll have a hot dog with mustard and relish."
"The burger came with lettuce, tomato, and a side of relish."
To enjoy something greatly; to take pleasure in.
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
To enjoy greatly.
He relished the chance to finally take a vacation.
💡 Simply: To *relish* something means you REALLY like it and enjoy it a lot. Like, I *relish* a good cup of tea on a cold day. Mmm, perfect!
👶 For kids: It means you like something a lot and have fun with it!
More Examples
She relished the challenge of learning a new language.
The dog relished the belly rub.
How It's Used
"He relished the solitude of his mountain cabin."
"She relished the opportunity to travel."
Synonyms
Delight
Enjoyment
Gusto
Pleasure
Dressing
Appreciate
Enjoy
Idioms & expressions
relish the thought
To enjoy thinking about something that is going to happen.
"She relished the thought of her upcoming vacation."
From Middle English relischen, from Old French relessier 'to make pleasant, to flavor', from relesser 'to release, lessen'.
The verb form has been used since the late 14th century.
Memory tip
Think of a delicious relish – you enjoy eating it! Relish means enjoying something.