1
as in aromatic
having a pleasant smell
the ambrosial air of a greenhouse filled with orchids
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as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a platter heaped with exotic and ambrosial tropical fruits
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Recent Examples of ambrosial
Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambrosial
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The appeal of a head-clearing or aromatic essential oil is nothing new.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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My trail instructed me to begin with a 10-minute session in the hot stone room, followed by a Kneipp walk, then time in the hydro pool, aromatic steam room, waterfall shower, bio sauna, and salt relaxation room, ending in the herbal tea room.—
Meaghan Kenny,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Jan. 2026
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Soup Up the Basic Chicken Noodle Stir a few tablespoons into the broth of your standard chicken noodle soup for a delicious Mediterranean spin on a favorite.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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The real star, however, is its rice, a fragrant accompaniment simmered in chicken stock, ginger, garlic and pandan leaves.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
13 Jan. 2026
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The 56-room property, which sits on a sliver of prime cliff side real estate above the Bay of Positano, is a primitive Eden doused in fragrant flora and citrus trees.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Growing up with eczema-prone skin, I was taught to stay away from any scented body lotion (or else risk itchiness, redness, and irritation).—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Deodorizers, fabric softeners, or heavily scented detergents may only mask the smell but not solve the problem.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Ambrosial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambrosial. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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