Comestible: meaning, definitions and examples

Used mostly in formal or literary contexts to refer to food or items that can be eaten.

• The market was filled with various comestibles and fresh produce.
• Are all items on the menu comestible?

Used to indicate that something is safe to eat and not toxic, often in the context of distinguishing between things that are edible and non-edible.

• Are these mushrooms edible?
• The flowers in the salad are not only beautiful but also edible.

Used informally to describe something that is good enough to be eaten, often implying it's barely acceptable or just satisfactory.

• The cake was dry, but it was still eatable.
• After hours of hiking, even simple bread seemed incredibly eatable.

Refers to items that can be used up or depleted, often in the context of supplies, materials, or substances that are used until they are gone. It can also include food, but is more general.

• The company regularly orders office consumables like paper and ink.
• These food items are consumable, but we should check the expiration dates.

Used to describe food or drinks that are pleasant to taste. It indicates a higher quality of taste than 'eatable'.

• The chef prepared a surprisingly palatable dish using simple ingredients.
• This wine is quite palatable and pairs well with the cheese.