tasty

adjective

ˈtā-stē How to pronounce tasty (audio)
Definition of tastynext
1
as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses the tasty prospect of getting his revenge after all those years

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2
as in tasteful
very pleasing to the sense of taste a selection of tasty doughnuts from the corner bakery

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How is the word tasty different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of tasty are appetizing, palatable, savory, and toothsome. While all these words mean "agreeable or pleasant especially to the sense of taste," tasty implies a pronounced taste.

a tart and tasty pie

When can appetizing be used instead of tasty?

The meanings of appetizing and tasty largely overlap; however, appetizing suggests a whetting of the appetite and applies to aroma and appearance as well as taste.

appetizing hors d'oeuvres

Where would palatable be a reasonable alternative to tasty?

The words palatable and tasty can be used in similar contexts, but palatable often applies to something that is found to be merely agreeable.

butterflies that birds find palatable

In what contexts can savory take the place of tasty?

While in some cases nearly identical to tasty, savory applies to both taste and aroma and suggests piquancy and often spiciness.

dumplings with savory fillings

When is it sensible to use toothsome instead of tasty?

In some situations, the words toothsome and tasty are roughly equivalent. However, toothsome stresses the notion of agreeableness and sometimes implies tenderness or daintiness.

an enticing array of toothsome desserts

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Recent Examples of tasty These tasty red berries are full of antioxidants, fiber, vitamin C, and a tooth whitening enzyme known as malic acid, according to Purina. —Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 12 July 2025 This cake features another tasty combination that brings together sweet pineapple, cream cheese, and toasted coconut. —Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 12 July 2025 Keeping kettles and coffee makers clean ensures a consistently tasty cup every time and helps prevent the formation of oily sludge and mineral deposits. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2025 As an adult, Rubin is carrying on the family tradition by making bagels for his friends and neighbors, who can enjoy the tasty treats fresh from his Mission Bagel food truck in Pacific Beach. —Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tasty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasty
  1. delicious
  2. pleasant
  3. delightful
  4. sweet
  5. nice
  6. pleasing
  7. satisfying
  8. good
Adjective
  • Coulda fooled me that the whole thing was made without dairy — these are just as delicious as the butter-laden sort.
    — Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
  • Heavy and unadorned, this simple slab of metal makes delicious pizza pies that are crispy and crusty in all the right places.
    — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 July 2025
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • Like, so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.
    — Charna Flam, People.com, 14 July 2025
  • Like so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.
    — Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 12 July 2025
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • The amount of allergy-inducing pollen is minimal, and the pollinator population benefits from the delightful oasis.
    — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2025
  • There are many ways to freshen your fridge naturally, and using an orange is an especially delightful way.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 21 July 2025
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Use this bag as a late-afternoon sweet treat or combine with other trail mixes for the ultimate snacking concoction.
    — Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
  • The strawberry cake is oily-moist, with a treacly sweet frosting.
    — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 July 2025
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • The units also vary in shape: the cube is nice for nightstands, while the wider grand size works well on large dressers.
    — Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
  • And, the embroidery on the pillowcases adds a nice touch.
    — Shalwah Evans, People.com, 14 July 2025
Definition of nice
Adjective
  • The underground world is imaginative and visually pleasing.
    — PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 16 July 2025
  • In high-use areas around the desk, bed, and couch, the power strip and extension cords can be permanent fixtures in the space, so why not make it as aesthetically pleasing as possible?
    — Kelsey Borovinsky, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Definition of pleasing
Adjective
  • Pair this Protein Box with a low-calorie drink, like iced green tea, for a satisfying and nutritious snack.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 15 July 2025
  • But learning the stories behind this music and hearing the songs performed exceptionally well by the 16-member Lamb’s ensemble and band was really satisfying.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2025
Definition of satisfying
Adjective
  • Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.
    — John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Also nominated in the Emmy category of best lead actress in a drama series are Sharon Horgan for Bad Sisters, Britt Lower for Severance, Bella Ramsey for The Last of Us and Keri Russell for The Diplomat.
    — Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2025
Definition of good

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