DELISH Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

delish

adjective

di-ˈlish

Definition of delish

as in delicious

very pleasing to the sense of taste the homemade chocolate sauce was absolutely delish

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Recent Examples of delish These grain-free and gluten-free snacks are non-GMO certified and are totally delish. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025 Watermelon Relish Tips When mixing up this delish relish, keep these tips from our Test Kitchen in mind. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025 Only 325 of each one is available; if you get shut out, try their also-delish Five Origin Select, aged up to 15 years. — Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 Blow the socks off your friends and family with these delish dip recipes. — Rosalind Bowling, The Tennessean, 10 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for delish

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delicious

Adjective

There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
No ermine robe was too soft, and no dish too delicious, for the cardinals of the past.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026

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