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
plural
yummies-
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
Etymology
Origin of yummy
Example Sentences
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Not only are the cakes yummy, they are photo-worthy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Within walking distance — because you’d easily waste an hour trying to find parking — there are also several yummy restaurants.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025
“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
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
Trinkets in large baskets line the sidewalks, and stores show off rows of yummy things like savory buns and whole fried ducks.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
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