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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses the tasty prospect of getting his revenge after all those years

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How is the word tasty different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of tasty are appetizing, palatable, savory, and toothsome. While all these words mean "agreeable or pleasant especially to the sense of taste," tasty implies a pronounced taste.

a tart and tasty pie

When can appetizing be used instead of tasty?

The meanings of appetizing and tasty largely overlap; however, appetizing suggests a whetting of the appetite and applies to aroma and appearance as well as taste.

appetizing hors d'oeuvres

Where would palatable be a reasonable alternative to tasty?

The words palatable and tasty can be used in similar contexts, but palatable often applies to something that is found to be merely agreeable.

butterflies that birds find palatable

In what contexts can savory take the place of tasty?

While in some cases nearly identical to tasty, savory applies to both taste and aroma and suggests piquancy and often spiciness.

dumplings with savory fillings

When is it sensible to use toothsome instead of tasty?

In some situations, the words toothsome and tasty are roughly equivalent. However, toothsome stresses the notion of agreeableness and sometimes implies tenderness or daintiness.

an enticing array of toothsome desserts

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Recent Examples of tasty Sip, swirl, and sample around Bond Park while listening to live music and munching on tasty bites from food vendors. Sarah Kuta, Denver Post, 14 May 2025 Plus everything else to know about cooking up, serving, and storing a pot of this tasty carb. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 13 May 2025 As if that wasn't tasty enough, Whataburger was provided as a late-night snack. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 12 May 2025 Join Orange County Extension Agents Hillary MacMichael and J.K. Yarborough for a hands-on class covering grill setup, meat selection, flavor tips, and safety—plus tasty samples. Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tasty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasty
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  • This recipe would be delicious served at brunch as easily as after supper.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 19 May 2025
  • Ambassadors Clubhouse Set on Mayfair’s Heddon Street, Ambassadors Clubhouse has a beautiful year-round terrace that serves up incredible Punjabi dishes and delicious cocktails.
    Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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  • But overall, this affordable bed frame offers a good mix of pleasant aesthetics and practical storage solutions.
    Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 15 May 2025
  • She’s made a feel-good movie about people who, for the most part, aren’t feeling all that good, leaving the viewer with a pleasant aftertaste that fades away as soon as the last song ends.
    Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • Read Next Real Estate News See delightful Fair Oaks estate built in 1901 along American River.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2025
  • Delight by Default Aim for pleasant surprises—fewer steps, quicker approvals, delightful interactions and unexpected efficiency.
    Sal Rehmetullah, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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  • On Tuesday, May 20, the 59-year-old model shared some sweet family photos on Instagram from her daughter Rowan's graduation from Wake Forest University.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 20 May 2025
  • The introduction of an additional thread about Roger and Nina’s relationship is sweet, but doesn’t have much time to develop, which only highlights how underused Ejiofor and Kellyman are.
    Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2025
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  • While the formula played nice with the sensitive skin on our tester’s hairline, its toning effects only lasted a few days.
    Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 16 May 2025
  • The Half Dome comes with a footprint, which is a rarity these days, and nice to have.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 16 May 2025
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  • His stage delivery is pleasing and his topic is beyond fascinating.
    Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2025
  • The caviar is pleasing to look at, with a dark-brown and amber hue, and the flavor is like the ocean concentrated into a tiny drop—in the very best way.
    Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • This one-pan wonder bakes chicken, rice, and creamy soup into a satisfying dish with zero fuss and major flavor.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
  • Pascal is in nearly every scene in Episode 6, which flashes back to several of Ellie’s recent birthdays and gives viewers a satisfying dose of the relationship that was so central to Season 1.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 18 May 2025
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  • The cryptocurrency has benefited from a best of both worlds scenario that has led to growing momentum from more bitcoin treasury companies and Wall Street investors.
    Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 19 May 2025
  • The Mets fell to their crosstown rival New York Yankees in the Subway Series last weekend, casting a shadow over their best player in the process.
    Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025

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“Tasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tasty. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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