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adjective

di-ˈlek-tə-bəl How to pronounce delectable (audio)
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1
as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a delectable melody to listen to after a hard day

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2
as in tasteful
very pleasing to the sense of taste a delectable roast turkey lay on the table

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delectable

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noun

as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury a gourmet shop filled with delectables for every palate, albeit not for every pocketbook

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Recent Examples of delectable
Adjective
The bright shades and delectable jelly texture have made my now-adult summer wardrobe so much more fun. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 26 July 2026 But Trader Joe’s wanted to change that with Calsecco, offering a delectable wine for a low price. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026
Noun
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables. — Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025 Haus has been dishing the delectables for more than a decade in Tustin and continues to build a clientele of devotees. — Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for delectable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectable
  1. delicious
  2. treat
  3. delightful
  4. sweet
  5. pleasant
  6. enjoyable
  7. pleasing
  8. nice
Adjective
  • What about delicious gourmands, warm solar scents, or conversely, earthy notes grounded in fresh greens and wood?
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Twelve slices of bacon are bound to make anything delicious, and our Cowboy Cornbread from the August 1981 issue of the magazine is no exception.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
Noun
  • For a cold summertime treat, Washington also prepared yogurt bark topped with blueberries, almonds, and chocolate chips.
    — Sharon Lawson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This flavorful mix of fruit bits makes a refreshing snack or a healthy treat for lunch boxes.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of treat
Adjective
  • This Sag Harbor home is a delightful design mashup with a modernist exterior and mid-century modern interiors.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Coffee yogurt provided a delightful blend of rich coffee flavor and creamy yogurt, a perfect option for those seeking a pick-me-up in a healthy and satisfying snack.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of delightful
Noun
  • Semaglutide physically changes the experience of food by altering the tongue’s taste sensitivity, changing how taste genes work and shifting the brain’s reaction to sweets.
    — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The café offering crêpes, waffles, gelato and Belgian chocolate, among other sweets, debuted at The Arboretum Shopping Center over the weekend.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • Once the trailer made its way on TikTok, women flooded the comment sections in pleasant confusion, and their reactions did not disappoint.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The briny, slightly sweet and smoky ham notes in these slices make for an enjoyable, pleasant bite — for those who love ham.
    — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • By next weekend, the experience outdoors will be more enjoyable for most looking to take advantage of the dwindling days of summer break.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • For Schrager, figuring out how all those pieces fit together remains one of the most enjoyable parts of the job.
    — Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • That’s changed over the last decade or so, but this 1940s property in Hither Hills is an authentic, and aesthetically pleasing, reminder of its older days.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Directed by Bai Xue, the crowd-pleasing drama, released in China last month, stars Yeoh as a septuagenarian who discovers a late-life gift for speedcubing, or competitive puzzle-solving.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasing
Adjective
  • An Oscar winning, Brit Award record setting couple has a nice ring to it.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The hotel has one restaurant (a Japanese Mediterranean dining room from local celebrity chef Olivier da Costa) and a nice gym.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of nice

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