de·lec·ta·ble
di-ˈlek-tə-bəl 
1
: highly pleasing : delightful
a delectable melody
2
: delicious
a delectable meal
: something that is highly pleasing or delicious
especially
: a delicious food item
pastries and other delectables
Synonyms
Examples of delectable in a Sentence
Adjective
The meals he prepares are always delectable.
one of the most delectable men she's ever met
Noun
a gourmet shop filled with delectables for every palate, albeit not for every pocketbook
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Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2024
Growing up, my mom didn’t practice traditions beyond indulging in a frequent rotation of delectable Jewish deli food.
—Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2024
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Adjective
Get ready to sizzle this Cinco de Mayo at a celebration featuring delectable food, refreshing drinks and sensational beats from Patron Latin Rhythms Band.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2024
Growing up, my mom didn’t practice traditions beyond indulging in a frequent rotation of delectable Jewish deli food.
—Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for delectable
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“Delectable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delectable. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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