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 The nourishment is, of course, physical with the delicious, simple food — but the experience is so much more than that. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026 The result is a really delicious mezcal that brings together the spirit’s core agave, grass, citrus, and soft smoke notes with honey, berry, caramel, and baking spice flavors. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2026 Last year, Kort helped launch an Eat the Invaders event, bringing chefs together to channel people’s appetite for delicious food by cooking with invasive and overabundant species. — Victoria Malloy, Time, 21 Oct. 2026 Sushi Ran here in Sausalito is forever just so incredibly delicious. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 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
  • This chicken pack is bound to be your favorite and most flavorful shortcut.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Add some of the Castelvetrano brine to your turkey brine for a flavorful boost that people will ask you about later.
    — Jenn de la Vega, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of flavorful
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  • The orange zest added into the frosting adds a bit of brightness that punches up this delightful dessert.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Together the duo enjoy scaring themselves into a teeth-chattering but delightful evening.
    — Liz Rosenberg, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Across the islands, artisanal cheesemakers and farmers growing root vegetables and edible flowers are cultivating the region’s rich ecosystem.
    — Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Rather than swapping to a low-sodium diet, using a blend that features one particular peptide isolated from the edible Hypsizygus marmoreus mushroom could mean drastically reducing salt intake for your health, without sacrificing flavor.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of edible
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  • Jacaranda trees bloom in purple across the city’s streets and parks, making wandering between neighborhoods in search of milongas (tango dance halls) especially pleasant.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • In a world of endless technical advancement, who could have predicted that the greatest luxury of all would be a pleasant conversation with a human?
    — Anna van Praagh, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • Upgrade Your Pastries With More Fiber and Protein Pastries and bakery-style breakfasts like muffins or croissants are tasty and tempting, but they’re often made with refined flour, which strips away important blood-sugar-stabilizing nutrients.
    — Caitlin Beale, HEALTH, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Meanwhile, veterinarians warn that some tasty treats that are fine for humans, such as chocolate, can be dangerous for dogs.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of tasty
Adjective
  • By redesigning the work product—an important element of the daily routines—work became more enjoyable for the employees.
    — Deborah Lovich, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Once night falls and the Delta breeze carries away any remaining daytime warmth, climbing becomes a far more enjoyable experience.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
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  • Our tip to styling this trend for a more modern ensemble is to mix yummy textures (like buttery suedes, sleek silks, and soft shearlings), as seen in the collections of Altuzarra, Bottega Veneta, and Khaite.
    — InStyle, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026
  • 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
Definition of yummy
Adjective
  • Soft, sweet and dusted with sugar, pan de muerto, the bread of the dead, is a traditional Mexican bread made for Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.
    — Daniela Cintron, AJC.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Related Earlier this month, the group’s label, HYBE x Geffen, stated that Laforteza would return to the stage in January, which would be sweet timing for the Asia run.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweet

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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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