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adjective

di-ˈlek-tə-bəl How to pronounce delectable (audio)
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1
as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a delectable melody to listen to after a hard day

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2
as in tasteful
very pleasing to the sense of taste a delectable roast turkey lay on the table

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delectable

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noun

as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury a gourmet shop filled with delectables for every palate, albeit not for every pocketbook

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Recent Examples of delectable
Adjective
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 Add autumn’s delectable flavors to your leaf-peeping excursion with a trip to one of the Willamette Valley’s vineyards, known for their signature pinot noirs. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026
Noun
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables. — Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025 Haus has been dishing the delectables for more than a decade in Tustin and continues to build a clientele of devotees. — Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for delectable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectable
  1. delicious
  2. treat
  3. delightful
  4. sweet
  5. pleasant
  6. enjoyable
  7. pleasing
  8. nice
Adjective
  • There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
  • No ermine robe was too soft, and no dish too delicious, for the cardinals of the past.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Noun
  • While consistency in taste keeps people coming back for more of their delicious treats, there are some exciting changes this year.
    — Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Founded by Victor and Stacey Garcia, Sol Dias serves authentic Mexican treats like ice cream, ice pops, sorbets and churros.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of treat
Adjective
  • Talking Heads frontman David Byrne makes a delightful cameo as the fictional host Johnny Johnson, while producer Dan Nigro features in the video as well.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Each step sends a ripple through the spongy, thin mat, a slow undulating motion beneath your feet that surprises the senses, disorienting yet simultaneously strangely delightful.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of delightful
Noun
  • But shoppers can still find deals by comparing prices, buying in bulk and opting for a mix of chocolate and non-chocolate sweets.
    — Kristine Lazar, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The pop-up will feature the full collection, content from the campaign, sweets from Ritz Paris Le Comptoir and a gift with purchase for clients while supplies last.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • The chicken’s accompaniment of roasted and pickled vegetables provided a light, pleasant contrast to the meat.
    — Julia Wytrazek, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Being a cordial person, Larry wished his new boss a pleasant evening.
    — Blake J. Harris, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • This year, more than 10,000 entries from 112 countries were judged in one of the most enjoyable photo competitions on the calendar.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2026
  • The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful—don't expect any pretense here, just genuine (and enjoyable) engagement.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • Its look, a pleasing meld of contemporary glass and steel, mid-century accents, and exposed brickwork, nods to the past.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • This puzzle is stuffed with nuance, pleasing crosses and a lot of simply terrific, ridiculously evocative stuff — for example, a jarring assortment of lovely trivia intersecting with some hideous ailments at more than one juncture.
    — Caitlin Lovinger, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasing
Adjective
  • The Playoff including home games for the highest seeded teams is a nice touch that many personalities seemed to agree was a positive.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Verdict Sporting a more polished look than its contemporaries, Panasonic’s Japanese microwave is a nice gateway to nudge your kitchen toward more upscale design.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026
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