yummy

[ yuhm-ee ]

adjective

, yum·mi·er, yum·mi·est.

1. very pleasing to the senses, especially to the taste; delicious:

   The waiter brought out a tray of yummy desserts.

2. extremely attractive or appealing.

noun

, plural yum·mies.

1. an item of food that is particularly delicious:

   The bakery window was full of yummies.

2. anything that is extremely attractive or appealing.

yummy

/ ˈjʌmɪ /

interjection

1. Alsoyum-yum an exclamation indicating pleasure or delight, as in anticipation of delicious food

adjective

1. delicious, delightful, or attractive

Word History and Origins

Origin of yummy¹

First recorded in 1925–30; yum + -y ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of yummy¹

C20: from yum-yum, of imitative origin

Example Sentences

But he hinted there could be more to come, adding: "I’m excited for the future and the next steps in my journey. This isn’t the last you’ve heard of the 'Yummy Brummie'."

From BBC

Mr Pender, who employs 70 people at Yummy pubs in London, said the National Insurance rise alone would cost him an extra £44,000 a year, while his business rates would go up £37,000 from April due to discounts being reduced.

From BBC

The smoothie was off-the-charts yummy — rich and sweet and creamy, with notes of blueberry and banana and a lingering coconut base.

From Los Angeles Times

Known for his hit-songs Baby, Love Me and Yummy, Justin rose to fame as a singer when he was just 13 years old.

From BBC

The smoothie was off-the-charts yummy — rich and sweet and creamy, with notes of blueberry and banana and a lingering coconut base.

From Los Angeles Times

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