luscious — having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlʌʃəs/
Example Sentences
- The luscious mango was so sweet that my diet plan immediately surrendered.
- Her luscious garden attracts butterflies from three different countries.
- The restaurant is famous for its luscious desserts.
luscious
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlʌʃəs/]
having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste
She bit into the luscious peach and juice ran down her chin.
An ambitious chef picks luscious, nutritious fruit!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Luscious derives from Middle English 'lucius' in the 14th century, which came from Latin roots meaning 'sweet' and 'pleasant'. Originally used to describe the sweetness of fruit, the term gradually expanded to encompass visual beauty and sensory appeal more broadly.
Breakdown
lucius (Latin: sweet, pleasant) + -ious (suffix forming adjectives). The suffix '-ious' converts the root into an adjective expressing qualities of sweetness and deliciousness.
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📝Examples
“The luscious mango was so sweet that my diet plan immediately surrendered.”
“Her luscious garden attracts butterflies from three different countries.”
“The restaurant is famous for its luscious desserts.”
“She described the wine as having a luscious, fruity flavor.”
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