yummy

adjective

yum·​my ˈyə-mē 

yummier; yummiest

: highly attractive or pleasing

especially : delicious, delectable

yummy desserts

The café makes some of the yummiest onion soup in town, too.

—Alexander F. Lobrano, Jr.

yummy noun

plural yummies

… she has been known to keep a desk drawer full of prepackaged yummies …

—Celia Wren

yumminess noun

A delicious red [wine] with a track record for yumminess, it's a real value at this price.

—James Suckling

Synonyms

• ambrosial
• appetizing
• dainty
• delectable
• delicious
• delish
• flavorful
• flavorsome
• luscious
• lush
• mouthwatering
• palatable
• savory
• savoury
• scrumptious
• succulent
• tasteful
• tasty
• toothsome
• toothy

Examples of yummy in a Sentence

He prepared all sorts of yummy dishes.

a yummy meal that is also nutritious

Recent Examples on the Web

Many foods that are yummy to humans are harmful to birds. —Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024

This ham is spiraled and salty, with lots of yummy marbling around the sides. —Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024

After launching sandbags, retrieving some volleyballs and tossing them onto perches, Sam wins the challenge and the yummy lunch. —Nick Caruso, TVLine, 4 Dec. 2024

The Lobby Lounge was filled with friends, couples, moms and kids enjoying each other’s company along with yummy treats and beautiful views. —Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

yum-yum

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

yummy

adjective

yum·​my ˈyəm-ē 

: very pleasing especially to the taste