nectarous

[ nek-ter-uhs ]

adjective

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of nectarous¹

First recorded in 1660–70; nectar + -ous

Example Sentences

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

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• appetizing
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• sweet
• tasty
• tempting
• yummy