1
as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
the ambrosial air of a greenhouse filled with orchids
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2
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a platter heaped with exotic and ambrosial tropical fruits
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Adjective
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The flowers of some violet species can be fragrant, and have been used as a perfume substitute at the turn of the 20th century.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025 -
The needle-like foliage is fragrant and the distinctive flavor is used to season vegetables and meat.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This recipe would be delicious served at brunch as easily as after supper.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
19 May 2025
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Ambassadors Clubhouse Set on Mayfair’s Heddon Street, Ambassadors Clubhouse has a beautiful year-round terrace that serves up incredible Punjabi dishes and delicious cocktails.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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On the nose, this bourbon is aromatic and approachable, with aromas of caramel corn, vanilla wafer, light oak, and a subtle hint of cooked, honeyed grain.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Gently muddle until the mint is aromatic, then add 2 ounces white rum and ice.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
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Sub out a Coffee Milk–scented candle at Craftland or the Landing. Courtesy of Zuoranyi/Unsplash 4.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
8 May 2025
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Tune Into Your Body Focus on your senses by dimming the lights, lighting scented candles, or playing relaxing music or nature sounds.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2025
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“Ambrosial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambrosial. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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