scrumptious
word
Definition
Extremely tasty or delicious, especially in a way that is very appealing and makes you want to eat more.
Usage & Nuances
'Scrumptious' is informal and strongly positive, mostly used for food. Common collocations: 'scrumptious cake', 'scrumptious meal'. Rarely used for non-food things. More expressive than just 'delicious', often used when truly impressed by taste.
Spanish: delicioso - exquisitoPortuguese (BR): delicioso - saborosoPortuguese (PT): delicioso - saborosoChinese (Simplified): 美味的 - 可口的Chinese (Traditional): 美味的 - 可口的Hindi: बहुत स्वादिष्ट - लाजवाबArabic: شهي - لذيذ
Example Sentences
This cake is scrumptious.
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She made a scrumptious dinner for us.
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The cookies smell scrumptious.
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Wow, that pie looks absolutely scrumptious – can I have a slice?
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Every bite of that burger was just so scrumptious.
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Nothing beats a scrumptious homemade breakfast on a Sunday morning.
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