DISHY Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

dishy

adjective

ˈdi-shē

Definition of dishy

as in colloquial

having the style and content of everyday conversation twice a week he churns out a dishy column on the latest tidings from Tinseltown

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as in sexy

sexually attractive a dishy newcomer cast as the superhero

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Recent Examples of dishy Set in vaguely modern times, the show felt to him like a dishy political melodrama. — Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2025 But DeVille has no dishy scoops to impart. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 29 Aug. 2025 The Roya narrative, her memoir, is playing off of the dishy tell-all. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025 Instead, Deborah’s late-night show saves itself by focusing on dishy interview segments and booking guests Deborah has chemistry with rather than prioritizing boring movie stars with new movies to promote. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for dishy

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Adjective

Wilson’s translation has come under fire for her decision to render Homeric Greek into a direct, colloquial English.

— Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026
Its name refers to the colloquial term once used for Papaya—paw-paw.

— Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 30 May 2026

Definition of colloquial

Adjective

Though desirable to begin with, a need for a starter was heightened when McClanahan exited a July 30 start against Texas due to back tightness.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Stone washing requires pumice stones, frictional abrasion and industrial washing machines to beat up and break down denim to a more desirable soft and vintage effect.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

Definition of desirable

Adjective

The obvious choice for an entrée is Bouchon’s famous steak frites, a tender filet served with a mound of hot and crunchy fries.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Torres’ mofongo is more mash than mush, aggressive with garlic and hot with black pepper.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

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