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Definition of delish

delish

/dɪˈlɪʃ/
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• adjective

1

Having a very pleasant taste or smell; delicious (used informally).

Example

"The homemade apple pie she brought to the picnic was absolutely delish."

2

Delightful, appealing, or highly enjoyable to the senses or mind (used informally).

Example

"Spending the entire weekend at a quiet coastal resort sounds positively delish."

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• Rhymes for delish

• Nearby Words

deliriously
deliriousness
delirium
delish
delist
delisting
deliver

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as an informal, playful clipping of the adjective 'delicious'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Delish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/delish
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