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giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a delicious breeze gave us welcome relief from the tropical heat

Synonyms & Similar Words

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a delicious meal
a tasty meal
a yummy meal
a flavorful meal
a delectable meal
delicious irony
hilarious irony
sweet irony
exquisite irony
wonderful irony
beautiful irony
a delicious aroma
an appetizing aroma
a luscious aroma
a sweet aroma
a pleasant aroma
a delectable aroma

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Recent Examples of delicious Summary Blueberries are a delicious fruit that offers various health benefits, including boosting heart health, improving memory, preventing cancer, improving gut health, and more. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025 Enjoy a delicious lunch, fabulous raffle and listen to New York TImes bestselling author Sarah Penner discuss her new book The Amalfi Curse.Visit www.libraryguildrsf.org or call 858-756-4780 to register. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2025 This year's Michelin Guide selections included three new delicious regions. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2025 The combo of pistachio cream, rich chocolate, fresh strawberries, and crunchy kataifi is next-level delicious. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for delicious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
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  • Middle Colenso Farm is a series of old stone farm buildings, updated with tasteful interiors and sculpted gravel paths through beautiful lush subtropical vegetation.
    Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
  • It was recently renovated and features tasteful interior finishes and furniture.
    Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Years: 2023-present Length: 2 seasons, 23 episodes Creators: Lee Gant, Christine Rose The biggest new reality TV hit of 2023 so far is this gem of a competition show with a delightful hosting job by Alan Cumming.
    Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Over the years the parade has grown from watching the show in one’s carriage to a fantastical showing of DIY (do-it-yourself) towering bonnets, hats, baskets and delightful spring fashion — wearers introducing an enchanting array of spring fashion colors to shed the feeling of the long winter days.
    Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
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  • Most of the week should be pleasant in the Baltimore area, with temperatures hovering in the upper 70s and low 80s before a chance of showers into the weekend.
    Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 22 Apr. 2025
  • On bord, the Norse flight attendants were pleasant and service was frequent.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Buyers are also seeking out plants that serve a specific purpose—whether for edible gardening, wildlife conservation or air purification.
    Tammy Sons, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Reyes and Sotto were admittedly nervous about how their guests, especially their elders, would feel about the edible wedding invitations.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • What began as the quest to produce a really tasty IPA has gone in so many different directions.
    Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • When narrowing down what makes an Italian dish truly tasty, one thing remained true for Brooklyn: Barilla pasta is a must-have.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The cocktail consists of vanilla vodka, cherry brandy, sweet vermouth and a splash of Canada Dry.
    Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
  • In the sweet mash process, a fresh mash is made every time.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Remember, this yummy collaboration won't last long so make sure to head to your local Krispy Kreme before April 6th is over.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The gentle ingredients help soothe and moisturize, with one tasting like apple and the other yummy carrot cake.
    Laura Lu, Parents, 29 Mar. 2025
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  • And the honeycomb design isn’t just nice on the eyes.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Ice is not nice The ice at American Airlines Center was a huge problem in Game 2, with players on both teams falling down left and right.
    Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 22 Apr. 2025

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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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