Synonyms of edible

edible

adjective

ˈe-də-bəl 

as in eating

suitable for use as food

edible plant products

Synonyms & Similar Words

• eating
• eatable
• delicious
• flavorful
• comestible
• esculent
• digestible
• nutritive
• nutritious
• absorbable
• chewable
• ingestible
• nourishing
• swallowable
• appetizing
• tasty
• succulent
• toothy
• toothsome
• palatable
• savory

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inedible
• nonedible
• uneatable
• indigestible
• undigestible
• nondigestible
• nonnutritious

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of edible

Unlike other cucumbers, their skin is edible, so peeling is not necessary when preparing them. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

In much of our country, this month marks about the time that the growing season for edible plants winds down. — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Scatter edible pears, a few brown leaves, and mini gourds down your dining table to create a rustic centerpiece. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2026

Allegations of insufficient medical care and lack of hygiene products, edible food and clean drinking water were among these concerns, according to Haney. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026