Basic Details
Word: Delicious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Tasting very good; enjoyable to eat or drink.
Synonyms: Tasty, scrumptious, mouth-watering
Antonyms: Disgusting, bland, unappetising
Idioms and Phrases
- Deliciously wicked: Refers to something that is enjoyable but somewhat naughty or wrong. Example: "The chocolate cake was deliciously wicked, even though I was supposed to be on a diet."
- Deliciously ironic: Used to describe a situation that is pleasantly ironic. Example: "It was deliciously ironic that the chef burnt the dish when he usually cooked perfectly."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The delicious aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.
Example 2: We enjoyed a delicious dinner with pasta, meatballs, and a rich sauce.
Example 3: Her cake was not only beautiful but absolutely delicious, making everyone ask for seconds.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "delicious" comes from the Latin word "deliciae," which means "delight" or "luxury"? It has been used to describe tasty food for many centuries!
Famous Quote
"A delicious thing is not to be had without a sacrifice of some kind." Keaton Henson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "delicious" mean?
a) Tasting very good
b) Smelling bad
c) Hard to chew
d) Very colourful
Answer: a) Tasting very good
2. Which of these is a synonym of "delicious"?
a) Disgusting
b) Tasty
c) Blunt
d) Boring
Answer: b) Tasty
3. What is an antonym of "delicious"?
a) Savoury
b) Appetising
c) Bland
d) Yummy
Answer: c) Bland
4. Which sentence uses "delicious" correctly?
a) The delicious tea spilled all over the table.
b) The delicious sandwich made my day better.
c) My delicious shoes fit perfectly.
d) The delicious car drove smoothly.
Answer: b) The delicious sandwich made my day better.
5. Which idiom means something enjoyable and slightly naughty?
a) Deliciously wicked
b) A bitter pill to swallow
c) Bite the bullet
d) Cut the mustard
Answer: a) Deliciously wicked
