Delicious
/dɪˈlɪʃəs/
Definitions
Extremely pleasing to the senses, especially the sense of taste.
/dɪˈlɪʃəs/
Having a very pleasant taste or aroma.
The pizza was so delicious, I ate the whole thing.
💡 Simply: When something tastes so good that it makes you say 'Mmm!'. Imagine eating your favorite ice cream on a hot day – that's delicious!
👶 For kids: When food tastes super yummy and makes you happy.
More Examples
The chef prepared a delicious meal for us.
The aroma of the baking bread was delicious.
How It's Used
"The chocolate cake was absolutely delicious."
"This coffee smells delicious."
From Old French *délicieux*, from Latin *deliciosus* meaning "delightful, giving pleasure," from *deliciae* meaning "delights, pleasures."
Historically used to describe things that were delightful to the senses beyond just taste, including sights and sounds.
Memory tip
Think of a dish that makes you smile with every bite.