Deliciousness: meaning, definitions and examples
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deliciousness
[ dɪˈlɪʃəsnəs ]
taste
The quality of being delicious; great pleasure or delight in eating.
Synonyms
delectability, tastiness, yumminess
Examples of usage
- The deliciousness of the chocolate cake was undeniable.
- She savored the deliciousness of the freshly baked bread.
- I couldn't resist the deliciousness of the homemade pasta sauce.
general enjoyment
The overall pleasantness or attractiveness of something.
Synonyms
appeal, desirability, enjoyableness
Examples of usage
- The deliciousness of the vacation was in the beautiful scenery and relaxing atmosphere.
- I was drawn to the deliciousness of the book, which kept me captivated till the end.
Translations
Translations of the word "deliciousness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 deliciosidade
🇮🇳 स्वादिष्टता
🇩🇪 Köstlichkeit
🇮🇩 kelezatan
🇺🇦 смакота
🇵🇱 pyszność
🇯🇵 美味しさ (おいしさ)
🇫🇷 déliciosité
🇪🇸 deliciosidad
🇹🇷 lezzet
🇰🇷 맛있음
🇸🇦 لذة الطعم
🇨🇿 lahodnost
🇸🇰 lahodnosť
🇨🇳 美味 (měiwèi)
🇸🇮 okusnost
🇮🇸 bragðgæði
🇰🇿 дәмділік
🇬🇪 გემრიელობა
🇦🇿 dadlılıq
🇲🇽 deliciosidad
Word origin
The word 'deliciousness' originated from the Middle English word 'delicious', which meant 'very pleasing to the senses, delightful'. It has evolved over time to specifically refer to the quality of being delicious. The suffix '-ness' is added to the adjective 'delicious' to form the noun 'deliciousness', emphasizing the state or quality of being delicious. The concept of deliciousness has been celebrated in various cultures throughout history, highlighting the importance of food and pleasure in human experience.
See also: deliciously.