LUSCIOUS Synonyms: 217 Similar and Opposite Words

luscious

adjective

ˈlə-shəs

Definition of luscious

as in delicious

very pleasing to the sense of taste a luscious strawberry bursting with juice

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as in sensual

pleasing to the physical senses luscious silk fabric that slid across her hands

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as in delightful

giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses the luscious thought that while she was basking on the beach, her coworkers were slaving away at the office

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as in sexy

sexually attractive hundreds of fans got in line to take selfies with the luscious soap opera star

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Recent Examples of luscious The coffee bar prepares luscious latte flavors like Banana Bread and Dulce De Leche. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026 Palm trees abound; a perpetual breeze and a soundtrack of chirping birds complement the luscious grounds. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 This spicy, cozy take on citrus opens with mandarin and bergamot, then quickly warms up with the addition of cardamom, petitgrain, and a luscious base of amber and cedar. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026 The ice cream is truly delicious, luscious and bright with fresh fruit and Indian spices. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luscious

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Of course, there is a delicious layer of irony to all of this.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
In a delicious turn of events, only three ingredients will get you there, too.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

For Setting the Mood Heady, sensual, floral—Diptyque does its best work with this sexy and subtle candle that finds its fragrant roots in the opulent, white-blooming Mexican flower.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026
The latter material adds a raw dimension that says as much about the sensual curves of her figures as their unvarnished material.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of sensual

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

The diabolical is ambiguous and often frankly sexy; the ridiculous is not.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
The interiors, food, and soundtrack of Punjabi hits all come together seamlessly to create a sexy vibe—the only problem is finding a way to get past the thousands of people on the waitlist to experience it for yourself.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of sexy

Adjective

Maintaining a lush, healthy lawn takes year-round diligence to keep soil healthy and weeds, pests, and diseases at bay.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
Some Ferns Ferns may bring a lush, woodland feel indoors, but certain varieties aren’t always the best choice.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of lush

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

Adjective

Turkey is also a reasonably desirable destination for players of a certain type.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Above is a popular formula in a desirable flavor, featuring a blend of five electrolytes, hyaluronic acid, and bioactive collagen peptides.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of desirable

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

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