delectable
Worthy of savoring
Delectable means highly pleasing to the senses, especially taste.
A delectable meal or dessert is exceptionally delicious.
The word carries a slightly elevated or playful tone—you might describe a fancy pastry as delectable rather than just good.
Extended uses describe anything that delights: a delectable irony, a delectable view.
Often applied appreciatively to attractive people.
Extremely pleasing to taste
- mouthwateringExtremely appealing to eat
- appetizingStimulating desire for food
- toothsomeDeliciously appetizing
- lusciousRichly pleasing to senses
ambrosial · exquisite · sumptuous · palatable · yummy · divine · heavenly · gorgeous
Smooth and rich
- velvetySoft and smooth-textured
- silkySmooth and lustrous
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- tenderSoft or sore
moist · juicy · buttery · flaky · crumbly · crunchy · chewy · melt-in-your-mouth
Appetizing, not sweet
- tangySharp and lively-tasting
- zestyLively in flavor
- succulentMoist and flavorful
- piquantPleasingly sharp-tasting
sweetness · bitterness · sourness · saltiness · umami · citrusy · smoky · herbal
Something pleasantly special
- splurgeSpend freely, impulsively
- luxuriateIndulge with great pleasure
- pamperIndulge excessively
- gratifyGive satisfaction to
pleasure · satisfy · relish · savor · decadence · sinful · reward · comfort
Pierce with teeth
- nibbleSmall, tentative bite
- tidbitSmall choice portion
- tasteFlavor perception ability
- sampleSubset for study
sliver · portion · piece · appetizer · canapé · hors-d'oeuvre · bonbon · truffle
Characteristic cooking style
- gastronomyScience of fine dining
- epicureanConnoisseur of sensual pleasures
- connoisseurExpert in matters of taste
- culinaryRelated to cooking
artisanal · chef · sommelier · Michelin · foodie · gourmand · delicacy · charcuterie
scrumptious
Extremely pleasing to taste
- mouthwateringExtremely appealing to eat
- appetizingStimulating desire for food
- toothsomeDeliciously appetizing
luscious · ambrosial · exquisite · sumptuous · palatable · yummy · divine · heavenly · gorgeous · irresistible
creamy
Smooth and rich
tender · moist · juicy · buttery · flaky · crumbly · crunchy · chewy · melt-in-your-mouth · crispy
savory
Appetizing, not sweet
piquant · sweetness · bitterness · sourness · saltiness · umami · citrusy · smoky · herbal · spicy
treat
Something pleasantly special
gratify · pleasure · satisfy · relish · savor · decadence · sinful · reward · comfort · temptation
bite
Pierce with teeth
sample · sliver · portion · piece · appetizer · canapé · hors-d'oeuvre · bonbon · truffle · confection
cuisine
Characteristic cooking style
- gastronomyScience of fine dining
- epicureanConnoisseur of sensual pleasures
- connoisseurExpert in matters of taste
culinary · artisanal · chef · sommelier · Michelin · foodie · gourmand · delicacy · charcuterie · tasting
delectabledisgusting
Provoking strong revulsion
revolting · nauseating · repulsive · unpalatable · sickening
delectablerepugnant
Extremely distasteful or offensive
repulsive · detestable · disgusting · abominable · offensive