tasty

adjective

ˈtā-stē How to pronounce tasty (audio)
Definition of tastynext
1
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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2
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 Mayer envisioned rocking chairs, crisp linens and tasty dinners. —Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026 Aside from creating a tasty brew, used tea bags can be used to deodorize your fridge and even your shoes. —Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026 An affordable version of Bocca Italian in South Main serves Roman style pizzas and tasty appetizers with Latin and Mediterranean flares. —Ella Gonzales april 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026 A little kick from spices in the meats made the sandwich all the tastier. —Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasty
  1. delicious
  2. pleasant
  3. delightful
  4. enjoyable
  5. sweet
  6. nice
  7. pleasing
  8. satisfying
Adjective
  • Pork rib pieces are the savory meat that makes this chili so delicious.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Each dinner is a lovely multicourse affair with good conversation and delicious food, the result of great effort, care and expense on the part of the hosts.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • For a vehicle celebrated for sipping fuel rather than burning it, that’s a pleasant surprise.
    — Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Parks rose to fame in her teens, winning the Mercury Prize for her 2021 debut album Collapsed in Sunbeams, a diaristic clutch of pleasant soft-rock songs.
    — Aimee Cliff, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • But cookbook author Joshua McFadden’s Spring Carbonara, which uses a ton of fresh spring peas, is absolutely delightful.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Surrounded by a delightful cast of weirdos — with a scene-stealing, hilarious turn by Marc Maron as sleazy director Sam Sylvia — GLOW is a comedy match-up worth cheering for.
    — Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Hosting a dinner party is infinitely more enjoyable with a partner in crime to help curate the playlist and the guest list, keep the conversation and the drinks flowing, and take a load off the planning.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2026
  • The film adds a slew of new voice actors to the mix, like Brie Larson as Rosalina (sounding, perhaps, a little too much like Taylor-Joy’s Peach) and Donald Glover as Yoshi, a chaotic and enjoyable addition to the gang.
    — Lindsey Bahr, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • Jayden is a sweet, funny, and bright young boy with a joyful and engaging personality.
    — MARE Staff, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
  • So all that sweet flavor is preserved.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of sweet
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  • My room had a large bathtub right by the window, a spacious walk-in shower, and Niven Morgan bath products (a nice touch, given that the brand is from Dallas).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The company flew Tony to Cupertino and put him up in a nice hotel with a fruit basket waiting in the room.
    — Bill Gurley, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Definition of nice
Adjective
  • The sound of trickling water is relaxing, and the decorative look of the fountain is just as pleasing.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
  • The pleasing part of an airport is its frictionlessness.
    — Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 29 Mar. 2026
Definition of pleasing
Adjective
  • While the city's buzzy tuk-tuks are good for sights further afield, like the Kuang Si Falls, the hotel's free bike rentals make traversing the city a pleasant and satisfying experience.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Be Quiet's proprietary silent switches deliver brand-consistent whispery keystrokes while maintaining a pleasant level of resistance to make typing feel satisfying.
    — Aubrey Jowers, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of satisfying

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“Tasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tasty. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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