scrumptious

[skruhmp-shuhs]

adjective

1. very pleasing, especially to the senses; delectable.

   a scrumptious casserole;

   a scrumptious satin gown.

scrumptious

/ ˈskrʌmpʃəs /

adjective

1. informal,  very pleasing; delicious

Other Word Forms

• scrumptiously adverb
• scrumptiousness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of scrumptious¹

First recorded in 1820–30; perhaps alteration of sumptuous

Word History and Origins

Origin of scrumptious¹

C19: probably changed from _sumptuous

Example Sentences

When asked about their experiences around the massive popularity of “KPop Demon Hunters,” the trio offered words including “surreal,” “scrumptious” “delicious,” “stunning” and “bonkers.”

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A well-tuned ensemble found the comic joy and slathered it around like scrumptious barbecue sauce as questions about fate, family duty and moral choice were hotly debated.

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I don’t leave the laundry room a mess anymore, and Steve makes the most scrumptious scrambled eggs.

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Pro tip: This ottoman, which is made with fast-drying foam, looks just like a scrumptious popover or a delicious jelly candy.

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The bird obtains a treat, too—scrumptious wax and bee larvae.

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