luscious

adjective

ˈlə-shəs How to pronounce luscious (audio)
Definition of lusciousnext
1
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste a luscious strawberry bursting with juice

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2
as in sensual
pleasing to the physical senses luscious silk fabric that slid across her hands

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3
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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4
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 While certain cuts and colors may fall in and out of favor, long, luscious, healthy hair is always on trend. — Nicole Catanese, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026 But romance has nothing on a perfectly smooth, luscious slice of pumpkin pie. — Julia Black, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026 Afterwards, fresh herbs and butter can be added to create a luscious pan sauce. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026 The look is crisp, angular, and metallic, with lots of straight lines and slender silhouettes, and sits in pleasing contrast alongside luscious velvet and scratchy linen, rough stone, warm terracotta, or grainy timber. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luscious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
  1. delicious
  2. sensual
  3. delightful
  4. sexy
  5. lush
  6. sweet
  7. desirable
  8. pleasant
Adjective
  • There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
  • No ermine robe was too soft, and no dish too delicious, for the cardinals of the past.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • The high-shine garment was seemingly painted onto Megan’s frame, both sleek and sensual, much like lingerie.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Such is the case with black faux-leather skirts—the bold and sensual style serves as the perfect anchor for incorporating more colors into your wardrobe.
    — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of sensual
Adjective
  • Talking Heads frontman David Byrne makes a delightful cameo as the fictional host Johnny Johnson, while producer Dan Nigro features in the video as well.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Each step sends a ripple through the spongy, thin mat, a slow undulating motion beneath your feet that surprises the senses, disorienting yet simultaneously strangely delightful.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Creative endeavor, in the space of a few hours, flashes its many faces, arduous and sexy, fleeting and fun.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
  • What's the male equivalent of a woman wearing sexy underwear expecting them to be seen by her date?
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of sexy
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  • During our stay, the work of Croatian artist Matej Vuković was on display, bringing pops of brightly colored clouds and unique shapes to the lush green landscape.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026
  • There, an ominous cloud settled over Holden’s every word, with a stream of samples that made the beats feel textured and lush.
    — Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of lush
Adjective
  • And captured the juiciness of ripe strawberries, snapping the fruit into sweet focus in a pint of strawberry and passion fruit ice cream.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Also milder, sweeter and less earthy than red beets, so make sure the red beet-haters give them a taste.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • The products have to remain desirable enough that customers are willing to pay up at a time when AI is squeezing margins across much of the software sector.
    — CJ Haddad, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Increasingly, however, marinas are becoming desirable destinations unto themselves.
    — Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of desirable
Adjective
  • The pleasant drop, although not quite sweater weather, does come with some risks on the water with wind and rough conditions on the beach.
    — Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The home's standout feature is that large porch, which really boosts living space and looks like a pleasant place to host guests.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant

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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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