delicious
/dɪˈlɪʃəs/
adjectivede · li · cious
Think: “DE-light is LISH-us!” — DE + LI + ‘cious’ sounds like “lish-us.”
Yes, it's delicious. Watch the ending: it’s **-cious** (not -tious or -shus).
Definitions
- adjectivehaving a very pleasant taste or smell; very enjoyable to eat or drink
- adjective(informal) very pleasing or enjoyable
Examples
- “The soup smelled delicious, so I asked for a second bowl.”
- “She packed a delicious lunch with fruit, yogurt, and a sandwich.”
- “It was delicious to hear the good news after such a long week.”
Synonyms
tastyflavorfuldelectablescrumptiousappetizing
Antonyms
disgustingunappetizingbland
Translations
ES deliciosoPT deliciosoFR délicieux
Common misspellings
delishusdelicousdelisiousdelicioussdelitiousdeliciuos
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