tasty

adjective

ˈtā-stē 

tastier; tastiest

1

a

: having a marked and appetizing flavor

a tasty meal

b

: strikingly attractive or interesting

a tasty bit of gossip

2

: tasteful

tastily

ˈtā-stə-lē 

adverb

tastiness

ˈtā-stē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of tasty

• delicious
• pleasant
• delightful
• enjoyable
• sweet
• nice
• pleasing
• satisfying
• good

Choose the Right Synonym for tasty

palatable, appetizing, savory, tasty, toothsome mean agreeable or pleasant especially to the sense of taste.

palatable often applies to something that is found to be merely agreeable.

butterflies that birds find palatable

appetizing suggests a whetting of the appetite and applies to aroma and appearance as well as taste.

appetizing hors d'oeuvres

savory applies to both taste and aroma and suggests piquancy and often spiciness.

dumplings with savory fillings

tasty implies a pronounced taste.

a tart and tasty pie

toothsome stresses the notion of agreeableness and sometimes implies tenderness or daintiness.

an enticing array of toothsome desserts

Examples of tasty in a Sentence

the tasty prospect of getting his revenge after all those years

a selection of tasty doughnuts from the corner bakery

Recent Examples on the Web

The branzino – buttery, substantial and just the right amount of briny – is the most tangible, tasty expression of the theory. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Campbell’s Chunky Frozen Bowls deliver 20 to 28 grams of tasty protein per bowl. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 30 July 2026

From dive bars to beach bars, swanky cocktail speakeasies to retro-throwback lounges, the best bars tell a story – and often serve up something tasty to go with your drink. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 29 July 2026

With the tastiest fruity drink, hotel guests can book chairs, take a dip in the 40-foot swimming pool, and enjoy an al fresco bite. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for tasty

• hasty

Kids Definition

tasty

adjective

ˈtā-stē 

tastier; tastiest

1

: pleasing to the taste : savory

2

: very attractive or interesting

tastily

-stə-lē 

adverb

tastiness

-stē-nəs 

noun