What is another word for winey?

Pronunciation: [wˈa͡ɪni] (IPA)

Winey is typically used to describe a wine that tastes excessively like an alcoholic grape juice. However, it can also describe a person or thing that is similar in flavor or aroma to wine. Some synonyms for winey include grapey, fruity, sweet, and alcoholic. Another related term is "vinous," which describes the aroma or flavor of wine, but can also be used to describe smells or tastes that are similar to wine. Other options include "winelike," "grapelike," and "juicy." Regardless of the term used, the word "winey" or its synonyms describe a rich, fruity flavor and hints at the indulgent nature of wine.

What are the hypernyms for Winey?

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

What are the opposite words for winey?

Winey is defined as having the taste, smell or characteristics of wine. Its antonyms include words such as dry, sour or bitter. "Dry" is the complete opposite of "winey" as it refers to an absence of sweetness. "Sour" is a sharp, acidic taste which is opposite to the smooth, mellow taste of wine. "Bitter" is an unpleasant taste that is the opposite of sweet or rich. Other antonyms may include "non-alcoholic," "tasteless," "watery," and "unflavored." By familiarizing oneself with these antonyms, wine enthusiasts can better appreciate and distinguish between different types of wines.

What are the antonyms for Winey?

Usage examples for Winey

The one beside it was crowned with a bewildering glory of bronze-gold hair, full of sullen splendours, like a stormy sunset; an oval face of perfect lines and charm ineffable, and winey eyes which lured.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey
It had a sweet winey flavour, and Lilly identified it at once as punch-tart, for which she had a special weakness.
"The Song of Songs"
Hermann Sudermann
It was their first meeting out of office and here they were half running through a cool and winey half darkness and utterly without destination.
"Star-Dust A Story of an American Girl"
Fannie Hurst

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