overflavor

/ˌoʊvərˈflɑːvər/

Definitions

1. noun

a flavor or taste that is overpowering or unpleasantly strong.

“The overflavor in the dish overwhelmed the other ingredients.”

2. verb

to flavor or season something with too much or the wrong kind of flavoring.

“The chef overflavored the soup, making it unpalatable.”

Synonyms

  • overpower
  • overseason

Antonyms

  • insipid
  • underseason