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
The Chartreuse charms the cocktail, giving it a bright herbaceousness and seductive spice, with the liqueur’s full battery of gifts echoing into a long, ambrosial finish.
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambrosial
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Set in the palace's former stables, the spa relaxes with a gorgeous indoor pool and aromatic treatments.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Count on the strong aromatic oils of oregano (Origanum vulgare) to naturally repel aphids, spider mites, thrips, and beetles around your pepper plants.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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Besides the hotel's on-site restaurant, one of the best on the island, another spot for upscale dining is Eli’s, which also has delicious cocktails and ocean views.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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These fragrant plants add beautiful, blue-purple flowers to a landscape, along with soft, subtle foliage.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
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Toast the rice, stirring occasionally, until dry, fragrant and light golden (some golden brown spots are OK), about 5 minutes.—
Emily Weinstein,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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Store food, trash and scented items properly.—
Nic Uff,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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The American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology specifically recommends avoiding air fresheners, scented candles and pinecones in homes where anyone has asthma.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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“Ambrosial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambrosial. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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