# deliciously

/dɪˈɫɪʃəʃɫi/ (US) · /dɪlˈɪʃəsli/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/deliciously
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

in a way that is very pleasant to taste or smell. You use this to describe food that is extremely tasty.

For teachers: in a manner that is highly pleasing to the taste or smell. Often used to intensify the positive quality of food or drink.

## Examples

- The cake is deliciously sweet.
- The chef prepared the sauce deliciously, ensuring every guest enjoyed the rich flavor of the ingredients.
- The aroma of the freshly baked bread was deliciously intoxicating, filling the small kitchen and making it difficult for anyone to resist a second slice.

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