Gustable

//ˈɡʌstəbəl// adj, noun

adj, noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Something edible.

    "[…] this long list of gustables, at the bare name of which his mouth would water […]"

Adjective
  1. 1
    Having a taste; capable of being tasted.

    "This position informs us of a vulgar error, terming the gall bitter; whereas there is nothing gustable sweeter."

  2. 2
    Pleasant to the taste; toothsome; savory.

    "A gustable thing, seen or smelt, excites the appetite, and affects the glands and parts of the mouth."

Synonyms

All synonyms
agreeableambrosialdaintydelectabledelicatedelicious

Example

More examples

"This position informs us of a vulgar error, terming the gall bitter; whereas there is nothing gustable sweeter."

Etymology

From Latin gustus (“taste”).

More for "gustable"

SynonymsSentencesPronunciationTranslate

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciationBrowse writing guides

Data sourced from Wiktionary, WordNet, CMU, and other open linguistic databases. Updated March 2026.