Delicious

9 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Having a highly pleasant taste or flavour. It describes food or drink that is exceptionally enjoyable to consume.

“The restaurant served a delicious three-course meal.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/dɪˈlɪʃəs/

Syllables

de·li·cious

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Synonyms

tastyflavourfulappetisingscrumptious

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Nine letters with unusual 'icious' ending - common suffix pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points; the 'c' appearing twice adds scoring opportunities

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