mouthwatering

adjective

mouth·​wa·​ter·​ing ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯ-tə-riŋ 

-ˌwä-

: arousing the appetite : tantalizingly delicious or appealing

a mouthwatering aroma

mouthwateringly

ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯ-tə-riŋ-lē 

-ˌwä-

adverb

Synonyms of mouthwatering

• delicious

Examples of mouthwatering in a Sentence

an eye-catching display of mouthwatering cakes and pastries

Recent Examples on the Web

Gourmands can continue their dream at breakfast with Matsuhisa Benedict, a mouthwatering concoction of crispy tofu, Dorset crab, spinach, shiso béarnaise and salmon eggs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Pasta Queen Nadia Caterina Munno’s cookbook features more than 100 mouthwatering recipes, including the classic Italian dishes that Puliti loves. — Mark Marino, Travel + Leisure, 27 July 2026

An avid traveler and diner, Avery Smith knows the most mouthwatering meals can come from unexpected places — like the counter at a gas station. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Moniak has a mouthwatering matchup against Brady Singer at homer-friendly Coors Field. — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mouthwatering

• dewatering
• slaughtering
• tottering
• watering