as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
baked a scrumptious chocolate cake
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Recent Examples of scrumptious
The crust is truly what makes the pizza so scrumptious.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
While both the big and small screen have been the bread and butter of their acting existence, having the chance to do an American classic on a major regional stage is beyond scrumptious.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
These scrumptious aromatics make wonderful companion plants with rosemary.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Across from shops fixing cars and selling coffee, a black-and-white brick building is where locals go for a place that’s classic and classy, though scrumptious bar bites and a half-price wine night are everyday draws.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
While both the big and small screen have been the bread and butter of their acting existence, having the chance to do an American classic on a major regional stage is beyond scrumptious.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
These scrumptious aromatics make wonderful companion plants with rosemary.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Across from shops fixing cars and selling coffee, a black-and-white brick building is where locals go for a place that’s classic and classy, though scrumptious bar bites and a half-price wine night are everyday draws.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrumptious
delicious
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Besides the hotel's on-site restaurant, one of the best on the island, another spot for upscale dining is Eli’s, which also has delicious cocktails and ocean views.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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“Scrumptious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrumptious. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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