Adjectives of Food · Adjectives: Sensory

tasting very good

"The cake is yummy."

"The chocolate cake was so yummy that I ate two pieces and I wanted a third but I was too full."

(of food) looking or smelling so delicious that it makes one's want to eat it immediately

"The aroma is mouthwatering."

"The mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked bread filled the bakery and customers lined up outside before the doors even opened."

extremely tasty and satisfying to eat

"The cake is scrumptious."

"The scrumptious chocolate cake was moist and rich and she ate two slices even though she was trying to watch her weight."

(of food) containing starch in large amounts

"Potatoes are starchy."

"Potatoes and rice are starchy foods that provide energy but eating too much of them can lead to weight gain."

(of food) looking or smelling appealing and tasty, often making one eager to eat it

"The meal looks appetizing."

"The meal looked appetizing with its bright colors and delicious smell coming from the kitchen."

relating to or derived from milk

"The yogurt is lactic."

"Lactic acid is produced in muscles during strenuous exercise."

(of food) having been preserved in a solution of vinegar or salt water

"She ate pickled onions."

"The deli offered a variety of pickled vegetables, including cucumbers and beets."

(of drinks) carbonated and having bubbles of gas

"The lemonade is fizzy."

"He enjoyed the refreshing taste of the fizzy mineral water on a hot day."

(of food, particularly meat or fish) having the bones taken out for easier consumption

"The chicken is boneless."

"For a quick weeknight meal, boneless chicken breasts are incredibly convenient."

(of food) not containing added salt

"He prefers unsalted nuts."

"Bakers often use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of their recipes."

flavored with a combination of aromatic ingredients

"The cider is spiced."

"The warm, spiced apple cider was the perfect drink for a chilly autumn evening."

(of food) heated or cooked until pleasantly warm, often slightly roasted or browned

"The bread is toasty."

"The toasty aroma of freshly baked bread filled the entire kitchen."

(of food or drink) having a pleasant taste

"The palatable food was good."

"While not gourmet, the stew was surprisingly palatable and provided much-needed sustenance on the cold evening."

(of food) having a rich, sweet, and appealing flavor

"The fruit is luscious."

"The luscious chocolate cake was covered in rich buttercream frosting and everyone at the birthday party asked for a second slice because it was so delicious."

tasting or smelling very good

"The meal is delectable."

"The chef prepared a delectable meal of roasted lamb with herbs and creamy mashed potatoes and everyone asked for seconds."

(of food) having a lot of liquid and tasting fresh or flavorful

"The orange is juicy."

"The juicy orange squirted juice all over her shirt when she bit into it without being careful at all."

(of food, particularly cake and bread) not fresh anymore, due to exposure to air or prolonged storage

"The bread is stale."

"The stale bread was hard and dry so she decided to make breadcrumbs instead of trying to eat it with butter."

(of food) having a high amount of fat

"This meat is fatty."

"The doctor advised him to avoid fatty meats and eat more lean protein like chicken and fish."

(of food) having a hard or crisp covering or outer layer

"The bread is crusty."

"The bread is crusty on the outside and soft on the inside fresh from the bakery."

(of food) having a firm, dry texture that makes a sharp, crunching sound when broken or bitten

"The chicken is crispy."

"The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside perfectly cooked and delicious."