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luscious

intermediateB2

/ˈlʌʃəs/ · lus-cious

having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste or lusciousness; delicious.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste or lusciousness; delicious.

میٹھے، خوش ذائقہ یا مزیدار کھانے کی خصوصیات رکھتا ہے۔

ذائقہ دار

zaika daar

Synonyms

deliciousflavorsomesucculentلذیذذائقہ دارسُسُکی

Antonyms

blandtastelessunpalatableبے ذائقہبے مزہنکھُرا

Common Collocations

  • luscious fruit
  • luscious dessert
  • luscious flavors

Example Sentences

The luscious peaches were a delight to eat on a hot summer day.

یہ خوش ذائقہ آڑو کسی گرم گرمی کے دن کھانے کے لئے ایک خوشی تھے۔

Yeh khush zaika aadoo kisi garm garmi ke din khanay ke liye aik khushi thay.

The chef used luscious ingredients to create a memorable dish.

شیف نے ایک یادگار ڈش بنانے کے لئے خوش ذائقہ اجزاء استعمال کیئے۔

Chef ne aik yaadgar dish bananay ke liye khush zaika ajza istemal kiye.

As I bit into the luscious chocolate cake, every taste sensation was divine.

جب میں نے خوش ذائقہ چاکلیٹ کے کیک کا نوالہ لیا تو ہر ذائقے کا احساس الہی تھا۔

Jab maine khush zaika chocolate cake ka nawala liya to har zaike ka ehsaas ilahi tha.

Easily Confused With

luxurious:While 'luscious' describes a rich pleasant taste, 'luxurious' refers to great comfort and opulence.

Word Family

lusciously
adverbپرتھوی انداز میں
lusciousness
nounپرتھوی پن

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Luscious sounds like 'lush' which reminds you of rich, green plants and sweet fruits.

Imagine a vibrant, overflowing fruit basket showcasing luscious fruits.

✍️ Urdu Poetry

وچھوے سُرنگوں کی خوشبو میں آباد ہیں، بڑے خوش ذائقہ خواب ہمارے۔

Wichhwe surangon ki khushboo mein aabaad hain, Bade khush zaika khwab hamaare.

In the fragrance of the blooming gardens, Our dreams are filled with delightful tastes.

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🗣️ Urdu Proverb

پلے پلانے کی باتیں اچھی نہیں ہیں۔

Palay pilanay ki baatein achi nahin hain.

Talks of nurturing are not pleasant.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Latin "luscious, from 'luscus' meaning 'luxurious'" — luxurious, pleasing to the taste

First known use: 14th century

The word 'luscious' has evolved from its Latin roots, becoming popular in English during the Middle Ages, often used to describe food that is rich and appealing.