Definition of tastynext
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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 Albeit a tasty pastry, the polenta cake was overshadowed by the sherbet, bringing me back for spoon after spoon, each little taste unlocking a new world of tomato flavor. — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026 The choux pastry was tasty, and when combined with the cream cheese mixture, amazing. — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026 In summer, its seasonally opening restaurant is also a tasty pick. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026 Adding beer to beef, chili peppers, tomatoes and beans is mighty tasty. — Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasty
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
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
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
Adjective
  • 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
Adjective
  • There's also the Pillow Talk Dreams Come True box, a sweet pink velvet box tied with a bow that houses 16 full-size Pillow Talk products, including lipsticks, blushes and mascara.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Today’s cinnamon fragrances are less candle-aisle sweet, and more sophisticated.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • The seating bowl has a nice feel to it and its purple seats and accents certainly telegraph the home team.
    — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Like other cities but nicer people and beautiful streets and public transportation.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • But some bird vocalizations seem to strike a particularly pleasing chord with human ears — and scientists are beginning to understand why.
    — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • 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
Adjective
  • Team Neagley emerges victorious, and the bad guys meet appropriately satisfying ends.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Ventura’s case is a reminder of how rarely these stories reach a satisfying resolution.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Tasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tasty. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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