TASTY Synonyms: 190 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

tasty

adjective

ˈtā-stē

Definition of tasty

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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as in tasteful

very pleasing to the sense of taste a selection of tasty doughnuts from the corner bakery

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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 Adding beer to beef, chili peppers, tomatoes and beans is mighty tasty. — Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2026 But this 80-proof expression distilled on copper pot stills, a blend of three different marks (specific batches), is a versatile and tasty Jamaican white with notes of molasses, stone and tropical fruit, and a hint of dark chocolate on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026 The editors then serve up a tasty treat of a bunch of photos with Emily smack dab in the center, and cycle through them more quickly than Jenn’s boyfriend Ryan cycles through loud denim jackets. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026 But there’s a great cheese pull, an acceptable amount of spice and the sauce is really tasty. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasty

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Adjective

Of course, there is a delicious layer of irony to all of this.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
In a delicious turn of events, only three ingredients will get you there, too.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Finally, your weekend is looking dry and pleasant with highs up near 70°.

— Ron Smiley, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026
Senior defensive tackle Ansel Din-Mbuh has also been a force in the early season while junior strong safety Kaden McFadden has also been a pleasant surprise with 13 tackles.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Inevitably, the room was filled with delightful noise and laughter.

— Kelly Leonard, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026
The Nashville group Total Wife go off the deep end with mutant hyperpop fantasies on their delightful Come Back Down, while Phoenix’s Glixen get romantic on Quiet Pleasures.

— Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of delightful

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Not to mention, its lyrics are equally as enjoyable as the production.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
With the great, historic venues available in the league, most of which are easy for fans to reach, the Ivy’s four-team format was one of the most exciting and enjoyable of the conference tournaments.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of enjoyable

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Closer by in Amenia, pop into Tent to be tempted by ceramics and rugs, and get midday pastries at Peggy’s, a sweet little bakery in the center of town.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Each bite of brothy ground lamb and beans is flavored with sweet paprika and a touch of red pepper flakes—the perfect savory-spicy balance.

— Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of sweet

Adjective

The look is crisp, angular, and metallic, with lots of straight lines and slender silhouettes, and sits in pleasing contrast alongside luscious velvet and scratchy linen, rough stone, warm terracotta, or grainy timber.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026
By creating exciting events for consumers to attend, alongside visually pleasing activations creators of all sizes are keen to share, the two are facilitating this output.

— Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2026

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