Scrumptious: meaning, definitions and examples
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scrumptious
[ ˈskrʌmpʃəs ]
delicious food
Extremely appetizing or delicious, often used to describe food that is very enjoyable to eat.
Synonyms
delectable, delicious, mouthwatering, tasty
Examples of usage
- The cake was scrumptious, with layers of rich chocolate and creamy frosting.
- The restaurant is known for its scrumptious seafood dishes.
- The aroma of the freshly baked cookies was absolutely scrumptious.
Translations
Translations of the word "scrumptious" in other languages:
🇵🇹 delicioso
🇮🇳 स्वादिष्ट
🇩🇪 köstlich
🇮🇩 lezat
🇺🇦 смачний
🇵🇱 wyśmienity
🇯🇵 おいしい
🇫🇷 délicieux
🇪🇸 delicioso
🇹🇷 leziz
🇰🇷 맛있는
🇸🇦 لذيذ
🇨🇿 lahodný
🇸🇰 lahodný
🇨🇳 美味的
🇸🇮 okusen
🇮🇸 ljúffengur
🇰🇿 дәмді
🇬🇪 გემრიელი
🇦🇿 dadlı
🇲🇽 delicioso
Word origin
The word 'scrumptious' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'scrimp' (to make sparing or scanty) with 'sumptuous' (rich and superior in quality). It has evolved to describe something delicious or delightful, particularly in the context of food.