yummy
Americanadjective
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very pleasing to the senses, especially to the taste; delicious.
The waiter brought out a tray of yummy desserts.
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extremely attractive or appealing.
noun
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an item of food that is particularly delicious.
The bakery window was full of yummies.
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anything that is extremely attractive or appealing.
interjection
adjective
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Origin of yummy
Example Sentences
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Before you get to the park, my colleague Amy King suggests stopping by Breakaway Cafe for yummy breakfast burritos or Menotti’s for coffee.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
“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 • Nov. 25, 2025
République is so pricey, but they have such yummy pastries and quiches.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025
Filtering is the first step in looking for phage, next they get served dinner – a cocktail of yummy bacteria - to help them grow in number.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2025
“Yummy, yummy squashy goodness,” Inkling mumbles to himself, as the butternut disappears in small, eager bites.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
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