Yummy – Meaning, Definition, Synonyms and Antonyms
Yummy is used as an Adjective to describe food (or tastes) that is extremely pleasant and enjoyable.
Meaning:
The meaning of yummy is “very pleasing to the taste,” often with a sense of strong enjoyment and satisfaction.
Definition:
Yummy expresses intense gustatory pleasure and delight. In everyday English, it’s also commonly used in a playful or informal way to react positively to something you’re eating, smelling, or tasting (for example, “That curry is yummy”).
In modern English, this word is typically associated with friendly, spoken conversation, and it is often heard in family or casual settings when describing desserts, snacks, or tasty meals.
Example Sentences:
- The chocolate cake was absolutely yummy after dinner.
- These fresh strawberries are so yummy that I can’t stop eating them.
- She packed a yummy lunch for work: rice, grilled chicken, and mango.
- At the café, the barista said the new pastry is yummy and made it sound amazing.
- My sister tried the soup and called it yummy even before she finished her first spoonful.
Yummy Synonyms:
- Delightful
- Zesty
- Wonderful
- Lovely
- Pleasant
- Satisfying
- Tasty
- Delectable
- Appetizing
- Delicious
Yummy Antonyms:
- Disgusting
- Unpalatable
- Repulsive
- Distasteful
- Rancid
- Gross
- Bland
- Bad-tasting
- Vile
- Rotten
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