A1adjective 1K

Delicious

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈlɪʃəs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈlɪʃəs/"]/

Meaning of Delicious

having a very pleasant taste or smell

In simple words: Tastes very good.

Delicious in a sentence

• The chocolate cake she made was absolutely delicious!
• I find the Italian pasta to be very delicious compared to others.
• This smoothie tastes delicious and refreshing on a hot day.
• The pizza from that restaurant is always delicious and worth the wait.
• Have you tried the delicious dessert at the new cafe?

How to use Delicious

Use 'delicious' to describe food that tastes great. It's appropriate in most contexts, but avoid it in very formal writing or serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think 'delicious' as 'de-li-cious' like a treat that makes you feel happy!

Related words

Collocations with Delicious

• be
• look
• smell
• incredibly
• most
• really
• delicious and nutritious

Synonyms for Delicious

• tasty
• scrumptious
• delectable
• yummy
• appetizing

Opposites of Delicious

• disgusting
• unappetizing
• bland

Common mistakes with Delicious

• Using 'delicious' to describe non-food items.
• Confusing 'delicious' with 'tasty' or 'yummy' in inappropriate contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Delicious

What does Delicious mean?

Tastes very good.

What is the definition of Delicious?

having a very pleasant taste or smell

How do you use Delicious in a sentence?

The chocolate cake she made was absolutely delicious!

Can you give another example of Delicious?

I find the Italian pasta to be very delicious compared to others.

What are synonyms for Delicious?

Common alternatives include tasty, scrumptious, delectable, yummy, appetizing.

What is the opposite of Delicious?

Opposite meanings include disgusting, unappetizing, bland.

What words go with Delicious?

It commonly pairs with be, look, smell, incredibly, most, really, delicious and nutritious.

What are common mistakes when using Delicious?

Using 'delicious' to describe non-food items. Confusing 'delicious' with 'tasty' or 'yummy' in inappropriate contexts.

How do you pronounce Delicious?

US: /["/dɪˈlɪʃəs/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈlɪʃəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Delicious?

Use 'delicious' to describe food that tastes great. It's appropriate in most contexts, but avoid it in very formal writing or serious discussions.

What CEFR level is Delicious?

"Delicious" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.