Scrumptiously: meaning, definitions and examples
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scrumptiously
[หskrสmpสษsli ]
Definition
describing the taste of food
In a scrumptiously manner, deliciously and appetizingly, making you want to savor every bite.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| scrumptiously |
As it is a repetition, please refer to the first entry for 'scrumptiously'. |
| deliciously |
This word is used to describe something that tastes very good. It can be used formally or informally and often conveys straightforward, positive feedback on the flavor of food.
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| appetizingly |
This word describes something that looks or smells good enough to eat and stimulates one's appetite. It is often used in a more neutral or formal context, generally concerning appearance rather than taste.
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Examples of usage
- The cake was scrumptiously moist and flavorful.
- The pasta was scrumptiously seasoned with herbs and spices.
- The cookies were scrumptiously soft and chewy.
Interesting Facts
Etymology
- The word 'scrumptious' was first recorded in the late 18th century, deriving from 'scrump,' an old British term meaning to eat noisily.
- It likely combines elements of 'sumptuous,' which describes rich, luxurious foods, with a playful twist.
Culinary Arts
- Chefs often use this term to describe dishes that they have perfected to delight the senses.
- Food critics might describe a dish as scrumptiously gooey or crunchy, evoking a sensory experience beyond taste.
Pop Culture
- The word can frequently be found in food blogs, cookbooks, and restaurant menus to attract food lovers.
- In popular media, characters may exclaim how scrumptiously tasty a dish is to emphasize their enjoyment in comical ways.
Psychology
- The term evokes positive emotions, often associated with comfort food and celebratory meals.
- Using descriptive language like 'scrumptiously' can enhance the perception of taste and satisfaction in food, influencing cravings.
Literature
- Authors use delicious-sounding words like 'scrumptiously' to draw readers into the experience of a meal or feast in their stories.
- The term can often be associated with whimsical or humorous poetry about food, increasing the enjoyment of reading.
Translations
Translations of the word "scrumptiously" in other languages:
๐ต๐น deliciosamente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคตเคพเคฆเคฟเคทเฅเค เคฐเฅเคช เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช kรถstlich
๐ฎ๐ฉ lezat
๐บ๐ฆ ัะผะฐัะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ przepysznie
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใ
๐ซ๐ท dรฉlicieusement
๐ช๐ธ deliciosamente
๐น๐ท lezzetli
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง์๊ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุดููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ lahodnฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ lahodne
๐จ๐ณ ็พๅณๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ okusno
๐ฎ๐ธ girnilega
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดำะผะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lษzzษtli
๐ฒ๐ฝ deliciosamente
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,390, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.