delish

adjective

de·​lish di-ˈlish How to pronounce delish (audio)

Examples of delish in a Sentence

The whole meal was delish. the homemade chocolate sauce was absolutely delish
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These grain-free and gluten-free snacks are non-GMO certified and are totally delish. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025 The products just really make sense and are delish. Nicholas Rice, People.com, 14 June 2025 Watermelon Relish Tips When mixing up this delish relish, keep these tips from our Test Kitchen in mind. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025 Only 325 of each one is available; if you get shut out, try their also-delish Five Origin Select, aged up to 15 years. Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for delish

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of delish was in 1920

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“Delish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delish. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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