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relishes

NOUN

great appreciation of something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

gusto zest

STRONG

appetite bias delectation diversion enjoying enjoyment fancy flair flavor fondness heart leaning liking love loving palate partiality penchant pleasure predilection prejudice propensity sapidity savor smack stomach tang taste

WEAK

sapor

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathy

STRONG

antipathy disinclination disinterest dislike fairness hate hatred impartiality indifference justice loathing sorrow unhappiness

VERB

look forward to; appreciate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

admire cherish delight in enjoy go for prefer revel in savor

STRONG

dig fancy go like mind taste

WEAK

be fond of luxuriate in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

detest dislike hate

STRONG

ignore

Example Sentences

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"Yes, pretty dubious. Most of the things I do in this show are pretty dubious," he says with a flourish, underlining just how much he relishes this role.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Reardon, who is still using Facebook groups to help plan a big family vacation to Australia and relishes Facebook tips she has received on speedier immigration lines and packing light, had the last laugh.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

She belongs to a book club, plays Mahjong with friends and relishes time with family, even if it’s just chatting over dinner.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Unlike many of his agents who wear masks during raids, Bovino relishes the spotlight and controversy.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

I push her hair back from her head and she closes her eyes like she relishes the feel.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett