1
2
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a buffet table set with an array of succulent roasts
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of succulent
In the Huntingdon Desert Garden, the succulent octopus tree (Alluaudia procera) is named for its tentacles that may grow 50 feet into the air.
—
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Dec. 2025
Choose plants with narrow leaves, tiny leaves, succulent leaves, fuzzy leaves, silvery leaves, hard leathery leaves, and/or needles.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025
All the meats were succulent, but the surprise standout was the tripe, which was tender, snappy and almost feathery in texture.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 27 Nov. 2025
Plump seared scallops are topped with fresh strawberry and surrounded by swirls of luscious maple syrup and crumbles of wild boar bacon—a succulent, deceptively complex entrée.
—Pamela MacNaughtan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for succulent
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Dec. 2025
Choose plants with narrow leaves, tiny leaves, succulent leaves, fuzzy leaves, silvery leaves, hard leathery leaves, and/or needles.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025
All the meats were succulent, but the surprise standout was the tripe, which was tender, snappy and almost feathery in texture.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 27 Nov. 2025
Plump seared scallops are topped with fresh strawberry and surrounded by swirls of luscious maple syrup and crumbles of wild boar bacon—a succulent, deceptively complex entrée.
—Pamela MacNaughtan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for succulent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for succulent
Adjective
-
Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
-
Best known for her comedic runs on The Mindy Project and the Four Weddings and a Funeral series, Rittenhouse got her own juicy story with Lexy and His & Hers, including her first-ever on-camera death.—
Derek Lawrence,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Soup Up the Basic Chicken Noodle Stir a few tablespoons into the broth of your standard chicken noodle soup for a delicious Mediterranean spin on a favorite.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
-
Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Some harmful varieties closely resemble edible mushrooms, even to experienced foragers.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
-
These edible berries are also useful in decorations and containers.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Succulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succulent. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share