delectable — giving delight; delicious and enjoyable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving delight; delicious and enjoyable
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈlektəbl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's delectable apple pie could make even the grumpiest neighbor smile.
- The restaurant serves delectable seafood dishes that attract food critics from around the world.
- He found the combination of pizza and ice cream absolutely delectable, despite everyone's horrified looks.
delectable
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈlektəbl/]
giving delight; delicious and enjoyable
While the child spit out the disgusting grey mush, the lady closed her eyes to savor the truly delectable strawberry cake.
DE(down) + LECT(gather) + ABLE(capable of) — dropping the honey DE(down) to LECT(gather) every drop, the bear proved it was an ABLE(capable of) and delectable treat.
Only a truly respectable master chef could create a chocolate dessert so perfectly delectable.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'delectabilis', derived from 'delectare' meaning 'to delight' or 'to charm'. The Latin root itself may be related to 'deliciae' meaning 'delights' or 'pleasures'.
Breakdown
de- (intensive prefix) + lect (choose, from Latin 'lectus') + -able (capable of being) = delectable (capable of being chosen for delight; delightful)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's delectable apple pie could make even the grumpiest neighbor smile.”
“The restaurant serves delectable seafood dishes that attract food critics from around the world.”
“He found the combination of pizza and ice cream absolutely delectable, despite everyone's horrified looks.”
“The delectable aroma from the bakery made it impossible to walk past without stopping.”
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