British spelling: to suggest or have a trace of a particular quality, especially something slightly suspicious or unpleasant.
To have a slight feeling or suggestion of something; to seem to have a certain quality.
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
To suggest or carry a trace of a particular quality, often something negative or morally questionable.
"The proposal savoured of nepotism, as three of the five shortlisted candidates were relatives of the panel."
To taste or savour of something — the flavour metaphor applied to abstract qualities.
To have a slight feeling or suggestion of something; to seem to have a certain quality.
British spelling of 'savor of'. Both forms are literary and formal, more common in older texts. In modern English, 'smack of' is the more natural equivalent.
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
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