Savoring vs. Savouring — What's the Difference?

Savoring (or savouring in Commonwealth English) is the use of thoughts and actions to increase the intensity, duration, and appreciation of positive experiences and emotions. It is a topic commonly studied in the domain of positive psychology.

Present participle of savour

A specific taste or smell

Taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality;

The quality of something that is perceived as taste or smell

A distinctive quality or characteristic

To have a particular taste or smell

To exhibit a specified quality or characteristic; smack

To taste or smell, especially with pleasure

To appreciate fully; enjoy or relish

Present participle of savor

The act by which something is savored.

Taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality;