Difference between Sweet and Savory

What is the difference between Sweet and Savory?

Sweet as a noun is the basic taste sensation induced by sugar. while Savory as a noun is any of several mediterranean herbs, of the genus satureja, grown as culinary flavourings

Sweet

Part of speech: adverb

Definition: In a sweet manner.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The basic taste sensation induced by sugar. A confection made from sugar, or high in sugar content; a candy. A food eaten for dessert. sweetheart

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Having a pleasant taste, especially one relating to the basic taste sensation induced by sugar. Having a taste of sugar. Containing a sweetening ingredient. Retaining a portion of sugar. Not having a salty taste. Having a pleasant smell. Not decaying, fermented, rancid, sour, spoiled, or stale. Having a pleasant sound. Having a pleasing disposition. Having a helpful disposition. Free from excessive unwanted substances like acid or sulphur. Very good; pleasant; agreeable.

Savory

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Salty or Non-SweetTasty, attractive to the palate.Not overly sweet.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Any of several Mediterranean herbs, of the genus Satureja, grown as culinary flavouringsThe leaves of these plants used as a flavouringA savory snack

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