Choose the word which is different from the rest.

The answer is E, turmeric. The other four options are all vegetables, while turmeric is a spice.

Tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes are all edible plants that are grown for their edible parts. Tomatoes are a fruit, but they are often used in savory dishes. Carrots are a root vegetable that is often eaten raw or cooked. Potatoes are a starchy tuber that is often boiled, mashed, or fried.

Ginger is a rhizome, which is a modified underground stem. It is used as a spice in many cuisines. Turmeric is a rhizome that is used as a spice and a dye. It is also used in traditional medicine.