tasty
- 01 A1 Beginner
adj.having a very pleasant or delicious taste.
adj.having a pleasant or satisfying flavour; highly palatable.
Simple“The chef prepared a tasty meal with fresh vegetables and herbs.”
In context“The reduction sauce provided a tasty accompaniment to the roasted duck, balancing the richness of the meat with a sharp acidity.”
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.physically attractive or appealing to look at.
adj.physically or sexually attractive. Informal in register and often considered objectifying depending on context.
Simple“He thought the new lead singer in the band was quite tasty.”
In context“The marketing campaign relied on flashy, tasty visuals to grab the attention of a younger, trend-conscious demographic.”
Synonymsattractivegood lookingAntonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
adj.able to fight well or likely to be violent.
adj.possessing formidable fighting ability or a propensity for physical confrontation.
Simple“You should be careful with him; I heard he's a bit tasty with his fists.”
In context“The local pub had a reputation for attracting a tasty crowd on Friday nights, often requiring extra security at the door.”
- 04 B1 Intermediate
n.a small piece of food that tastes very good.
n.a delicious item of food; a treat or snack.
Simple“She brought a box of little tasties to the office to share with her colleagues.”
In context“The hamper was filled with various savoury tasties, ranging from artisanal cheeses to smoked meats.”
From taste + -y. The Philippine sense is due to a genericized trademark from Taystee Bread Company, a defunct American company.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.