tasty
/ˈteɪsti/adjective★Beginner— delicious or flavorful
informal
Having a pleasant and satisfying flavor; delicious.
She made a tasty soup with fresh ingredients.
The soup was very flavorful because it was made with fresh ingredients.
The dessert was so tasty that I couldn't stop eating it.
The dessert was so delicious that I couldn't resist eating more.
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Often used to describe food that is enjoyable to eat due to its flavor.
Collocations
tasty treata delicious snack or desserttasty meala flavorful and satisfying dish
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'tasty' to describe food that is flavorful and enjoyable, especially in casual conversations.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'tasty,' meaning 'having a good taste,' from 'taste' + '-y' (suffix forming adjectives).
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in informal contexts to describe food that is enjoyable to eat.
Word Breakdown
taste
the sensation of flavor
root-y
suffix forming adjectives
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