| Main Entry: |
delicious |
| Part of Speech: |
adjective |
| Definition: |
pleasing, especially to the taste |
Synonyms: |
adorable,
ambrosial, appetizing,
choice,
dainty,
darling,
delectable,
delightful, delish,
distinctive,
divine,
enjoyable,
enticing,
exquisite, fit for king,
good,
gratifying,
heavenly,
luscious,
lush,
mellow, mouthwatering, nectarous,
nice,
palatable,
piquant,
pleasant,
rare,
rich, sapid,
savory,
scrumptious,
spicy,
sweet,
tasteful,
tasty,
tempting, titillating, toothsome, well-prepared, well-seasoned,
yummy*
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Antonyms: |
disagreeable, distasteful, horrible, unpleasant, unsavory
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* = informal/non-formal usage
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