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epicurean 1 of 2

noun

Definition of epicureannext
as in gourmet
a person with refined tastes in food and wine an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen

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epicurean

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adjective

as in luxurious

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Recent Examples of epicurean
Noun
Seline, a 14- to 17-course epicurean adventure told through seasonal and regional ingredients, innovative techniques and showy plating that makes use of bones, antlers and bowls within bowls, has been racking up accolades in 2026. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Go on fungi-finding forays with truffle-sniffing dogs at the Oregon Truffle Festival, or attend epicurean bashes like Alt Wine Fest, Queer Wine Fest, AAPI Food & Wine Festival, and the International Pinot Noir Celebration. — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Adjective
This summer, a series of events, exhibitions, and festivities will celebrate the return of the World Cup to Dallas, adding extra appeal to a city that’s been enjoying a major epicurean renaissance of late. — Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026 The pups have the epicurean delight of suckling one of the highest fat-content milks in the animal kingdom. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for epicurean
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epicurean
  1. epicure
  2. luxurious
  3. gastronome
  4. delectable
  5. delicious
  6. delightful
  7. self-indulgent
  8. pleasant
Noun
  • And now, with a myriad of buzzy new restaurants helmed by some of France’s top chefs and curious creatives from around the world eager to experiment with the territory’s rich ingredients, Biarritz is becoming an epicure’s paradise in its own right.
    — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The epicure who dreamed up this last part was, allegedly, a priest.
    — Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Definition of epicure
Adjective
  • This ban never affected the Mozzi family, though, who’ve owned their luxurious ancestral villa in Lombardy for centuries.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Or a most luxurious Air Force One with all the latest security features.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Noun
  • With its winning trifecta of sandy beaches, boutique hotels, and unpretentious tavernas, the Greek island of Milos seduces couples, water lovers, and gastronomes alike.
    — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
  • Founded in 2017 by three Italian food journalists and gastronomes, Luciano Pignataro, Albert Sapere and Barbara Guerra, 50 Top Pizza ranks pizzas around the world.
    — Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Definition of gastronome
Adjective
  • Regardless of the crush of bodies, the vibe at Lowboy is mellow, with seasonal drinks, a delectable menu of bar food, a cute patio—and, of course, a smashburger that is to die for.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • El Grito Chicago Chicago With non-stop live music on two stages, delectable food, and fun activities inspired by rich cultural traditions, El Grito Chicago (September 12–13) celebrates the vibrancy of Mexican culture in Chicago.
    — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of delectable
Adjective
  • Of course, there is a delicious layer of irony to all of this.
    — Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
  • In a delicious turn of events, only three ingredients will get you there, too.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • Inevitably, the room was filled with delightful noise and laughter.
    — Kelly Leonard, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The Nashville group Total Wife go off the deep end with mutant hyperpop fantasies on their delightful Come Back Down, while Phoenix’s Glixen get romantic on Quiet Pleasures.
    — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Retailers globally have quickly adopted the trend, which allows consumers to feel smarter in their shopping - being both self-indulgent and financially responsible at exactly the same time.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
  • And at what point does self-promotion become self-indulgent?
    — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Definition of self-indulgent
Adjective
  • Finally, your weekend is looking dry and pleasant with highs up near 70°.
    — Ron Smiley, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Senior defensive tackle Ansel Din-Mbuh has also been a force in the early season while junior strong safety Kaden McFadden has also been a pleasant surprise with 13 tackles.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasant

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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epicurean. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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