fermented

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adjective

fer·​ment·​ed (ˌ)fər-ˈmen-təd How to pronounce fermented (audio)
Synonyms of fermentednext
: having undergone fermentation
fermented grapes
Basic mead begins with fermented honey and water.—Annie Tobey

fermented

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past tense and past participle of ferment entry 1

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Some members also make their own chocolate bars in hopes that the endeavor will bring in more money than simply selling raw or fermented cocoa. — Alfredo Sosa, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Aug. 2026 Miso and Natto Natto and miso are both made from fermented soybeans. — Anthea Levi, HEALTH, 19 Aug. 2026 Swapping regular, non-fermented dairy products for yogurt is definitely a healthy choice, Brown added. — Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 31 July 2026 But there’s evidence that some fermented foods are beneficial even without the live microbes, Perelman said. — Devi Shastri, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fermented

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1555, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fermented was in 1555

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“Fermented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fermented. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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