juicier; juiciest
Synonyms of juicynext
1
: having much juice : succulent
2
: rewarding or profitable especially financially : fat
juicy contract
a juicy dramatic role
3
a
: rich in interest : colorful
juicy details
b
: sensational, racy
a juicy scandal
c
: full of vitality : lusty
juicily adverb
juiciness noun

Examples of juicy in a Sentence

The meat is tender and juicy. a juicy bit of news I want to know all the juicy details. She sued her former boss and won a juicy settlement in court.
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Fattoush, a juicy, crunchy mix of fresh herbs, cucumbers, tomatoes, and toasted pita, is one of the most famous Levantine salads. Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026 Voting for this year’s finisher shirt is open, and as usual the designs are fresh and juicy. Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 24 Mar. 2026 To a wine lover, heaven might look like waking up surrounded by all kinds of juicy, fermentable grapes—forget the king-size bed or the room service. Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026 The expansive menu includes chicken and waffles, boasting crunchy, juicy white or dark meat and golden, crisp waffles. Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for juicy

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of juicy was in the 15th century

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“Juicy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/juicy. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

juicy

adjective
juicier; juiciest
1
: having much juice : succulent
2
a
: rich in interest : colorful
b
: racy entry 1 sense 2
a juicy scandal
juicily adverb
juiciness noun

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