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 ice cream is truly delicious, luscious and bright with fresh fruit and Indian spices. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Cohen created a counter-text, a luscious version of Arendt’s unknown sentimental education. — David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026 The experience mixes expertly cooked Japanese bites along with luscious sashimi and nigiri. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 3 Aug. 2026 And if Golden State offered a luscious return for James’ former running mate, the Wizards would have no choice but to listen. — Fred Katz, New York Times, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for luscious

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His wife welcomes me into their open-air kitchen for coffee and tamal de maicena — homemade milk tarts made with cornstarch, which are unbelievably fresh and delicious.

— Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Get a caffeine kick-start at Birdies Coffee + Bakery, then head to Commons Grounds for a delicious brunch.

— Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Carter’s collection of fairytale retellings are macabre and sensual, highlighting female violence and subverting expectations of female sexuality at equal turns.

— S.M. Hallow, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026
The compliment magnet has top notes of refreshing, juicy pear, a feminine freesia heart, and deep, sensual patchouli base.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensual

Adjective

Nutty and sweet coconut shrimp is a delightful way to enjoy shellfish.

— Kate Williams, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The 20-year-old’s delightful run to set up Switzerland’s opening goal against Algeria at the World Cup, on their way to a last-32 win, was a highlights-reel moment, as was his brace against Bosnia & Herzegovina.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

Summer is the best time to show some skin, but sexy isn’t the only way to go; street stylers revealed some fun new ways to approach the look.

— Irene Kim, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2026
Academy Award winner Halle Berry celebrated her 60th birthday by posting a series of sexy photographs online.

— Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of sexy

Adjective

While renowned for its red brick buildings and lush green lawns, UCLA’s campus is also notorious for its steep hills.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Charlie Neibergall / Associated Press Hours before first pitch at the new diamond, fathers and daughters played catch at the movie site along the infield and chased after baseballs in the lush grass that filled the outfield.

— Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of lush

Adjective

And while the museum is sweet, with tours in English several times a day, people also love coming here for entry to the cove itself.

— Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Summer is a great time to revisit juicy, fresh, or sweet gourmands, but as the weather cools down, we’re reminded of more nuanced indulgences.

— Loren Savini, Allure, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of sweet

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Ferrari can remain one of the most desirable brands in the world even as the stock falls because its valuation has outpaced what the business can realistically deliver.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Follow aeration by overseeding the lawn, as this will thicken the lawn canopy with desirable grass species.

— Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of desirable

Adjective

With time for a quick lunch, Zouaghi enjoyed a pleasant farm-to-table meal at Five March before continuing to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, one of Glasgow’s premier cultural institutions.

— Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Join Swamp Fox Tours for a pleasant hour-long history and architecture lesson aboard the blue-and-white tram.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleasant

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