Delectable

Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɛktəbəl/

Definitions of delectable

adjective highly pleasing and delicious; delightful

Example Sentences

A1 The cake was delectable.

A2 She baked a delectable batch of cookies.

B1 The restaurant is known for its delectable seafood dishes.

B2 The chef prepared a delectable four-course meal for the guests.

C1 The wine pairing with the delectable steak was perfect.

C2 The delectable desserts at the fine dining restaurant were a highlight of the evening.

Examples of delectable in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a delectable five-course meal for the guests.

informal I can't wait to dig into this delectable dessert!

slang This pizza is absolutely delectable!

figurative Her delectable smile lit up the room.

Grammatical Forms of delectable

• past tense: enjoyed
• plural: delectables
• comparative: more delectable
• superlative: most delectable
• present tense: delects
• future tense: will delect
• perfect tense: have delected
• continuous tense: is delecting
• singular: delectable
• positive degree: delectable
• infinitive: to delect
• gerund: delecting
• participle: delecting

Origin and Evolution of delectable

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'delectable' originated from the Latin word 'delectabilis', which means delightful or pleasing.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'delectable' has retained its original meaning of being delightful or pleasing, and is commonly used to describe delicious food or enjoyable experiences.