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 This mushroom isn’t poisonous and is also considered a tasty edible species. — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026 Unsurprisingly, diners often find the experience not just tasty but entertaining. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 5 Aug. 2026 Perfectly portable and protein-packed, the snacks are almost as good as dessert with a tasty peanut butter and chocolate flavor. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026 The Army is trying to reverse that reputation by making over a select number of dining halls with tasty, nutritious meals. — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasty

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasty

Adjective

Fresh corn is a summertime staple, and there are plenty of delicious ways to put it to good use.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
The food in the modernist dining hall is delicious, but sparse.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Do not leave the important detail implied because the tone feels pleasant today.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Adding to the pleasure of a visit here is the location, the walk to Home Park from the station being one of the more pleasant, through the city’s Central Park.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

This Sag Harbor home is a delightful design mashup with a modernist exterior and mid-century modern interiors.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Coffee yogurt provided a delightful blend of rich coffee flavor and creamy yogurt, a perfect option for those seeking a pick-me-up in a healthy and satisfying snack.

— Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

By next weekend, the experience outdoors will be more enjoyable for most looking to take advantage of the dwindling days of summer break.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026
For Schrager, figuring out how all those pieces fit together remains one of the most enjoyable parts of the job.

— Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of enjoyable

Adjective

Licorice root extract brings soothing and brightening benefits, and a nourishing blend of sunflower, sweet almond, moringa, and rice germ oils, plus shea butter, softens dry skin and seals in moisture.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Aug. 2026
The post featured several sweet moments, including one of her placing a veil on her daughter’s head.

— Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of sweet

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If Virgo was rising on the horizon at your time of birth, your money sector is ruled by lovable Venus, and occupied by the aesthetically pleasing sign of Libra.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
The play of both lines was pleasing to Harbaugh, who praised the performances of young defensive linemen TeRah Edwards and Jacobian Guillory.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleasing

Adjective

Though many details of river behavior are still being actively studied, the existing mountain of research has yielded explanations that add up to a somewhat satisfying basic understanding.

— Natalie Wolchover, Quanta Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
The market’s message is often beguiling and inscrutable, with frequent overshoots and crowd-humiliating turnabouts that would be so satisfying to see coming in advance.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of satisfying

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