What is another word for Saltier?

Pronunciation: [sˈɒltɪə] (IPA)

Saltier is an adjective that can be used to describe something that is higher in salt content or more saline than something else. There are several synonyms for this word, including brinier, more savoury, more flavourful, and more piquant. Brinier suggests a higher salinity, while more savoury and more flavourful imply a stronger taste overall. Piquant, on the other hand, implies a sharper, more exciting taste that can enhance the overall favour experience. Other synonyms for saltier could include saltier, saltish, and more saline, however, the aforementioned are the most commonly used. Regardless of the synonyms used, a salty taste can be a delicious addition to many dishes and should be used in the right amount as too much salt can quickly overpower other flavours.

What are the hypernyms for Saltier?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Saltier

Poor Philpot, when he dined with the Guild of Merchant Tailors, they gave him a gold box with their arms upon it-a goose proper, with needles Saltier wise, or something of that kind; and they made him free of their 'ancient and loyal corporation,' and gave him a very grand dinner.
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer, Complete"
Charles James Lever (1806-1872)
Receding from the Megna, the water became Saltier, and Nipa fruticans appeared, throwing up pale yellow-green tufts of feathery leaves, from a short thick creeping stem, and bearing at the base of the leaves its great head of nuts, of which millions were floating on the waters, and vegetating in the mud.
"Himalayan Journals V2."
J. D. Hooker
The Saltier meat is, the longer it should be boiled.
"The American Frugal Housewife"
Lydia M. Child

Semantically related words: sodium chloride, table salt, sea salt, rock salt

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