Soupcon (Noun)
Meaning
A slight but appreciable amount; "this dish could use a touch of garlic".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- A pinch of paprika added just a soupcon of smokiness to the stew.
- The store's attempts to cater to local tastes added a soupcon of elegance to its merchandise.
- A soupcon of skepticism was expressed by the skeptics about the so-called magical elixir's incredible claims.
- Her paintings featured a soupcon of surrealism that set her apart from her contemporaries.
- The chef added a soupcon of truffle oil to the scrambled eggs to give them a luxurious twist.