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

“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

I was unsure if this was a date, but I packed my summer picnic bag full of yummy snacks and once again headed over the hill to Mid-Wilshire.

From Los Angeles Times

République is so pricey, but they have such yummy pastries and quiches.

From Los Angeles Times

Remove those notes, he concluded, and your papaya, cheese or chocolate will “taste much less yummy.”

From Salon

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

Related Words

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