finger-licking
Worth savoring completely
Finger-licking describes food so delicious you want to lick the remnants from your fingers: finger-licking barbecue ribs.
The phrase gained currency through KFC's long-running slogan "finger-lickin' good." It suggests messy, satisfying eating—the kind where utensils seem beside the point.
Appetizing, not sweet
- succulentMoist and flavorful
- mouthwateringExtremely appealing to eat
- flavorfulHaving strong taste
- tastyGood to eat
scrumptious · delectable · juicy · tender · seasoned · aromatic · zesty · tangy
Thoracic bone set
- brisketLower chest of cattle
- wingsLimbs for flight
- stickyApt to adhere
- saucyBoldly disrespectful, often playfully
smoky · charred · glazed · caramelized · messy · pitmaster · grill · marinade
savory
Appetizing, not sweet
- succulentMoist and flavorful
- mouthwateringExtremely appealing to eat
- flavorfulHaving strong taste
tasty · scrumptious · delectable · juicy · tender · seasoned · aromatic · zesty · tangy · spiced
ribs
Thoracic bone set
saucy · smoky · charred · glazed · caramelized · messy · pitmaster · grill · marinade · rub
messy
Lacking order or neatness
saucy · greasy · irresistible · addictive · sinful · more-ish · handheld · dripping · seconds
homestyle
Simply prepared, like family cooking
- heartyWarm and substantial
- mac-and-cheeseNoodles in cheese sauce
- meatloafBaked ground beef dish
gravy · buttery · crispy · golden · biscuits · cornbread · pot-pie · dumplings · casserole · stew
- food adjectivesdelicious, tasty, yummy, scrumptious, savory
finger-lickingdisgusting
Provoking strong revulsion
revolting · tasteless · flavorless · nauseating · unappetizing
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