nectarous

[nek-ter-uh s]

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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

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Related Words

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

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Historical Examples

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