yummy

American  

[yuhm-ee] / ˈyʌm i /

adjective

yummier, yummiest

1. very pleasing to the senses, especially to the taste; delicious.

   The waiter brought out a tray of yummy desserts.

2. extremely attractive or appealing.

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noun

plural

yummies

1. an item of food that is particularly delicious.

   The bakery window was full of yummies.

2. anything that is extremely attractive or appealing.

yummy British  

/ ˈjʌmɪ /

interjection

1. Also: yum-yum.  an exclamation indicating pleasure or delight, as in anticipation of delicious food

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adjective

1. delicious, delightful, or attractive

Etymology

Origin of yummy

First recorded in 1925–30; yum + -y ¹

Example Sentences

It was funny, because he had chicken almost every night, but it was never yummy like this.

From Literature

Jenner chose a similar shade for the upholstery in her home theater, revealing two rows of brown velvet chairs that she described as “yummy” in her caption.

From MarketWatch

Within walking distance — because you’d easily waste an hour trying to find parking — there are also several yummy restaurants.

From Los Angeles Times

Or, mash up some avocado and swap it in for the cream cheese, untraditional, but oh so yummy.

From Salon

“Phil’s Favorites”? It’s a collection of yummy recipes from family, friends and chefs that can be made at home.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• appetizing
• delectable
• delightful
• juicy
• luscious
• piquant
• savory
• spicy
• succulent
• tasty