deliciously

adverb

Definition of deliciouslynext
as in delightfully
in a pleasing way a deliciously told anecdote on the DVD's commentary track

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Recent Examples of deliciously The depravity of the aristocrats in the periphery comes off as deliciously cartoonish, likely because that’s how Fyodor perceives them. — Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026 This time round, Horvat is on to something even more deliciously odd with a study that mashes together grief, matrimonial disharmony, the alien nature of mathematical minds, and desire’s wild pursuit of obscure objects. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Nightcap is a deliciously addictive gourmand, blending cozy vanilla and rich woods with sparkling ginger and cardamom for a spicy-sweet twist. — Allure Editors, Allure, 31 Aug. 2026 Some are scholarly, some deliciously indiscreet, all are perceptive in one way or another, and one plunges wholesale into obsession. — Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2026 This deliciously farcical film adaptation features an all-star cast. — ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026 Starting on September 1, fans can once again pick up the deliciously hot nuuggets at participating locations nationwide. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 Here are some of our favourite deliciously unusual watermelon combos. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 24 Aug. 2026 From jazzed-up cranberry sauce to a deliciously savory demi-glace for a fancy meal, cara cara oranges can add the perfect zest and sweetness to almost any sauce. — Christina Manian, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliciously
  1. delightfully
  2. nicely
  3. great
  4. enjoyably
  5. well
  6. finely
  7. gloriously
  8. charmingly
Adverb
  • Of course, there’s always room service which is not just delightfully decadent, but sometimes the necessary call after a long day of fun.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026
  • This is a delightfully witty and stylish comic caper with plenty of swinging ’60s atmosphere to spare.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of delightfully
Adverb
  • That feels very much in tune with the anxious characters Eisenberg has played over the course of his acting career, but this whole directing thing is working out nicely for him, too.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Push your right foot down, and the Grand Sport lurches forward like a bat out of hell and straight into two esses, which right away show you how nicely dialed-in the steering is.
    — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of nicely
Adverb
  • This under-$40 ring from Caitlin Minimalist that will look great long after the trend dies down.
    — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Beyond my ultra-chic (and great-smelling) mother’s stamp of approval, the brand’s luxurious perfume portfolio has earned praise from Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, Jennifer Aniston, and Katie Holmes, to name a few.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of great
Adverb
  • The extremely soapy, enjoyably satirical true-life drama chronicles love, rampant betrayal and a brazen murder plot through three decades of the iconic Gucci fashion house.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The show nonetheless takes an unexpected direction that makes for an enjoyably low-key binge.
    — Alison Herman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoyably
Adverb
  • Carrick knew, though, that his team should have managed the game better after Mbeumo’s goal.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Novo Nordisk is testing whether wastewater from pharmaceutical production can be cleaned well enough to be used again in the manufacturing process, potentially cutting the company’s water consumption by half.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of well
Adverb
  • Thinly slice remaining 2 celery stalks, then finely chop enough dill to yield ¼ cup.
    — Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
  • How to Store Chopped Onions Feel free to quarter, wedge, coarsely chop, mince, or finely chop an onion in advance, then store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of finely
Adverb
  • Norman, who also leads a host of gloriously entertaining tours around London and beyond, built this show around the same idea — that even the driest elements of history become much more fun when everyone is invited to join in.
    — Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The Ashkenazi Jewish casserole, also known as lokshen kugel, can be sweet or savory, dense or airy, topped or gloriously crispy on its own.
    — Sarah Jampel, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of gloriously
Adverb
  • No movie has ever been made worse by Mads Mikkelsen, who plays our Big Bad, while Waller-Bridge has great comedic rapport with Ford as his charmingly roguish sidekick.
    — Frank DeRuggiero, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • There’s something deeply appealing—and charmingly ’80s—about the textures here.
    — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of charmingly

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“Deliciously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliciously. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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