Synonyms of succulent

succulent

adjective

ˈsə-kyə-lənt 

1

as in juicy

full of juice

vines weighted down with plump, succulent grapes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• juicy
• fleshy
• pulpy
• watery
• sappy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dry
• dehydrated
• juiceless
• desiccated
• sapless
• withered
• shriveled
• sere

2

as in delicious

very pleasing to the sense of taste

a buffet table set with an array of succulent roasts

Synonyms & Similar Words

• delicious
• edible
• flavorful
• tasteful
• tasty
• delectable
• scrumptious
• luscious
• lush
• yummy
• savory
• appetizing
• dainty
• flavorsome
• toothy
• ambrosial
• toothsome
• palatable
• mouthwatering
• delightful
• heavenly
• delish
• eatable
• pleasant
• satisfying
• pleasing
• digestible
• exquisite
• delicate
• rare
• gratifying
• agreeable
• choice

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• flat
• tasteless
• insipid
• stale
• unpalatable
• distasteful
• unsavory
• boring
• tedious
• banal
• commonplace
• unappetizing
• flavorless
• smelly
• noxious
• unwholesome
• yucky
• unpleasant
• miserable
• stinky
• wretched
• disgusting
• repulsive
• disagreeable
• awful
• offensive
• detestable
• noisome
• repugnant
• horrid
• abominable
• sickening
• repellent
• abhorrent
• foul
• nauseating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of succulent

There will also be a silent auction and a succulent plant sale. — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Minnich has been involved with the cactus and succulent world as a grower, field explorer, writer and photographer. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Often described as blue chalksticks, on steroids, Skyscraper® Senecio adds dramatic height to succulent gardens and containers. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026

Sea bass crudo is a refreshing start, the succulent slices of fish interspersed with fresh mango and bits of teardrop pepper. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026