mouth-wateringly

In salivation-inducing fashion

Mouth-wateringly describes something so appetizing it makes you salivate in anticipation.

The word applies literally to food—a mouth-wateringly tender steak—but extends to anything irresistibly appealing: mouth-wateringly low prices, a mouth-wateringly beautiful car.

The hyperbole suggests desire so intense it triggers a physical response.

delicious

scrumptious

Extremely pleasing to taste

tasty · yummy · toothsome · ambrosial · divine · exquisite · heavenly · moreish · appetizing · sumptuous

tempting

enticing

Powerfully attractive

inviting · captivating · beguiling · appealing · beckoning · teasing · provocative · calling · luring · magnetic

flavorful

savory

Appetizing, not sweet

  • spicyHaving strong heat
  • umamiFifth taste sensation
  • tangySharp and lively-tasting

zesty · aromatic · piquant · smoky · citrusy · garlicky · buttery · caramelized · herby · peppery

gourmet

epicurean

Connoisseur of sensual pleasures

exquisite · luxurious · refined · elegant · sophisticated · degustation · premium · curated · exclusive · handcrafted

sensory

salivating

Secreting oral moisture

scent · texture · juiciness · succulence · mouthfeel · richness · creaminess · crunch · sizzle · steam

craving

hunger

Need for nourishment

hankering · desire · urge · ravenous · famished · salivating · drooling · anticipation · eager · impatient

Opposites
gustatory appeal

mouth-wateringlydisgustingly

In a repellent manner

revoltingly · nauseatingly · sickeningly · unappetizingly · repulsively

desirability/attractiveness (extended use)

mouth-wateringlyrepellently

In a revolting manner

off-puttingly · unappealingly · uninvitingly · drearily · depressingly

Family

water, mouth, watery, mouthful, mouthpiece, mouthed, mouthing, mouthwash, loudmouth

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G