succulent

1 of 2

adjective

suc·​cu·​lent ˈsə-kyə-lənt 

1

a

: full of juice : juicy

b

: moist and tasty : toothsome

a succulent meal

c

of a plant : having fleshy tissues that conserve moisture

2

: rich in interest

succulently adverb

succulent

2 of 2

noun

: a succulent plant (such as a cactus or an aloe)

Synonyms of succulent

Adjective

• juicy

Examples of succulent in a Sentence

Adjective

vines weighted down with plump, succulent grapes

a buffet table set with an array of succulent roasts

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Leathery, succulent leaves contribute to the vigor of the sedum, retaining moisture during periods of drought. —Jamie McIntosh, The Spruce, 5 May 2026

Non-native lawn alternatives include succulent dwarf carpet of stars (Ruschia nana) and silver carpet (Dymondia margaretae). —Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026

Noun

While this succulent has colorful daisy-like blooms and can level up a garden space, avoid ice plant (Delosperma) as a ground cover. —Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026

Flowers, succulents, and potting containers and supplies are provided by Waste Management. —Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 1 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Latin suculentus, from sucus juice, sap; perhaps akin to Latin sugere to suck — more at suck

First Known Use

Adjective

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1825, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for succulent

• truculent

Kids Definition

succulent

1 of 2 adjective

suc·​cu·​lent ˈsək-yə-lənt 

1

a

: full of juice : juicy

succulent cherries

b

: moist and tasty

a succulent meal

c

: having fleshy tissues that conserve moisture

succulent plants

2

: rich in interest

a succulent book

succulently adverb

succulent

2 of 2 noun

: a succulent plant (as a cactus or an aloe)