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delicious

adjective

di-ˈli-shəs How to pronounce delicious (audio)
Definition of deliciousnext
1
as in tasty
very pleasing to the sense of taste the family sat down to a delicious Thanksgiving dinner

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2
as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a delicious breeze gave us welcome relief from the tropical heat

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Recent Examples of delicious That collision of major celebrity, fast cars and delicious food makes Emilia-Romagna the ideal post-Venice pitstop for auto-film lovers. — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Not only are the fruits delicious and refreshing, but these elegant trees produce beautiful, fragrant blooms in early spring too. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 1 Sep. 2026 It can be made year-round, substituting in whatever fruit is available, ripe and delicious. — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026 Rodriguez never leaves home without his little tin of Jacobsen sea salt, because why sit through an underseasoned meal that could otherwise be delicious? — Maggie Hennessy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for delicious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
  1. flavorful
  2. delightful
  3. edible
  4. pleasant
  5. tasty
  6. enjoyable
  7. yummy
  8. sweet
Adjective
  • The crust is somehow both chewy and crispy, and the flavorful sauce is minimal enough to allow the rest of the ingredients to shine.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Juicy and tender pork chops are made flavorful by a spicy rub, and the sauce is sweet and tangy.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of flavorful
Adjective
  • In a room filled with enough humanitarian awards, photos with legends, and travel souvenirs to fill a museum, the bike is a delightful reminder that even an American icon has to get her cardio in.
    — Gloria Steinem, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Season two of Adults is just as funny as the first, if not more, and apparently just as delightful to make.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • These spectacular edible creations push the wobbly confection to its limits.
    — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Researchers found that drivers who consumed higher doses of edible THC struggled with lane control, had slower reaction times and experienced greater speed fluctuations.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of edible
Adjective
  • The mood by the end of the show was something of pleasant surprise.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Leach mentioned Anderson as a pleasant surprise, with this year’s sixth-round pick getting up and down the ice well while showing some presence with the puck.
    — Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • These tasty little bundles are filled with herbed ricotta and topped with marinara.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Albeit a tasty pastry, the polenta cake was overshadowed by the sherbet, bringing me back for spoon after spoon, each little taste unlocking a new world of tomato flavor.
    — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of tasty
Adjective
  • My feeling was that a monologue could seem immediate, more enjoyable and readable than a straightforward play with multiple characters, additional stage directions, etc.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The wine pours were generous, the coursing was adjusted to my personal dining speed, and the conversation was genuinely enjoyable.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • Even those with the smallest yards or patios can grow their own yummy vegetables with container gardens and clever space-saving options.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Ashy blondes or those with naturally lighter color will have an easier time getting this kind of yummy dimension.
    — Loren Savini, Allure, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of yummy
Adjective
  • Closer by in Amenia, pop into Tent to be tempted by ceramics and rugs, and get midday pastries at Peggy’s, a sweet little bakery in the center of town.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Each bite of brothy ground lamb and beans is flavored with sweet paprika and a touch of red pepper flakes—the perfect savory-spicy balance.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of sweet

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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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