delish

adjective

de·​lish di-ˈlish How to pronounce delish (audio)
Synonyms of delishnext
: delicious

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Examples of delish in a Sentence

The whole meal was delish. the homemade chocolate sauce was absolutely delish
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Blow the socks off your friends and family with these delish dip recipes. — Rosalind Bowling, The Tennessean, 10 Feb. 2024 These grain-free and gluten-free snacks are non-GMO certified and are totally delish. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025 Watermelon Relish Tips When mixing up this delish relish, keep these tips from our Test Kitchen in mind. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025 Only 325 of each one is available; if you get shut out, try their also-delish Five Origin Select, aged up to 15 years. — Tony Sachs, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for delish

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of delish was in 1915

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“Delish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delish. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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