nectarous

[ nek-ter-uh s ]
/ ˈnɛk tər əs /
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adjective

of the nature of or resembling nectar.
delicious or sweet.

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Also nectareous, nectarean.

Origin of nectarous

First recorded in 1660–70; nectar + -ous

Words nearby nectarous

nectareous, nectariferous, nectarine, nectarivorous, nectarize, nectarous, nectary, nectopod, ned, nedc, nedda
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Words related to nectarous

luscious, delicious, syrupy, succulent, spicy, piquant, delectable, juicy, delightful, tasty, appetizing, savory, enjoyable, yummy, tempting, enticing, pleasant, heavenly, rich

Example sentences from the Web for nectarous

  • Then Love took wing, and from his pinions shed On all the multitude a nectarous dew.

    Endymion|John Keats

  • This nectarous speech of hers delighted me, and I said, “That altogether depends on you, I am completely at your disposal.”

    The Kath Sarit Sgara|Somadeva Bhatta