relishable

adjective

Definition of relishablenext
as in alluring

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relishable
  1. alluring
  2. attractive
  3. desirable
  4. delicious
  5. delightful
  6. enviable
  7. delectable
  8. tempting
Adjective
  • Urgessa is known for his alluring figurative paintings that feature various Black figures often in enigmatic poses and spaces.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Caglianone should take advantage of his matchup against a homer-prone and fly-ball pitcher by launching a home run tonight and cash in for bettors who take advantage of his alluring +489 odds to hit a home run.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of alluring
Adjective
  • Arsenal would also listen to attractive offers for Gabriel Martinelli or Ethan Nwaneri, but appropriate bids have not materialised.
    — James McNicholas, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Yet a full 20 years after Obama was elected on a promise to break free of Bush’s legacy, policymakers keep getting sucked into the region by an incentive structure that makes the use of force attractive and minimizes its short-term costs.
    — Emma Ashford, Foreign Affairs, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of attractive
Adjective
  • 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
  • Fresh corn is a summertime staple, and there are plenty of delicious ways to put it to good use.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The food in the modernist dining hall is delicious, but sparse.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
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
  • The Miami Hurricanes enter the 2026 season with enviable depth at multiple positions — wide receiver, running back, defensive tackle, cornerback and safety among them.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Natalie’s is tuned to a distant, hierarchical afterlife where God’s love is less of an all-encompassing conception and more of an elusive, enviable prize.
    — Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of enviable
Adjective
  • Another dish to look out for is the seared tuna ($44), bathed in a delectable coconut and brown-butter sauce that’s paired with Jimmy Nardello peppers that look spicy but simply offer a fresh crunch.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This body spray melds dates with toffee, buttery caramel, and sandalwood oil for a scent that’s truly delectable, uplifting, and lush.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of delectable
Adjective
  • The book offers the tempting possibility that children have wonderful, exciting things in store for them in unknown experiences.
    — Liz Rosenberg, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Praça da República is a tempting spot to slow down and nurse a drink at a café, enjoying the relaxed tempo of local life.
    — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of tempting
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“Relishable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relishable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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