luscious
8 synonyms and 3 antonyms for luscious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Richly sweet, juicy, and delicious.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use luscious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
luscious fruit
luscious lips
Etymology
Probably an alteration of lustious, from lusty ("pleasant, delicious") + -ous; Shakespeare used both lush and lusty in similar senses.
Full origin of luscious →Frequently asked questions
What does “luscious” mean?
The word “luscious” means richly sweet, juicy, and delicious. In plain terms, rich, juicy, and delicious — or, describing a person, very attractive.
How do you pronounce “luscious”?
“Luscious” is pronounced LUH-shuhs (/ˈlʌʃəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “luscious” in a sentence?
Here is “luscious” used in a sentence: “The luscious ripe peaches were dripping with juice.”
What part of speech is “luscious”?
“Luscious” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “luscious” have?
“Luscious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: richly sweet, juicy, and delicious.
