hyperpalatable en · ADJ
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *úp Proto-Indo-European *-er Proto-Indo-European *upér Proto-Hellenic *hupér Ancient Greek ῠ̔πέρ (hŭpér) Ancient Greek ῠ̔περ- (hŭper-)der. English hyper- Proto-Indo-European *pleth₂-? Proto-Indo-European *pel-? Proto-Indo-European *pleh₂-osder. Latin palātumder. Old French palatbor. Middle English palate English palate Proto-Indo-European *-dʰlom Proto-Italic *-ðlom Proto-Italic *-ðlis Latin -bilis Latin -ābilis Old French -ablebor. Middle English -able English -able English palatable English hyperpalatable From hyper- + palatable.
Meanings
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Extremely palatable; often applied to ultraprocessed foods designed to appeal to consumers.
Near-synonyms: superdelicious, scrumptious, delicious; see also Thesaurus:delicious
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more hyperpalatable | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most hyperpalatable | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
Hypernyms
appealing · desirable · palatable
Relateds
irresistible · hyperpalatability · addictive · habit-forming
Synonyms
toothsome · nummy · palatable · superdelicious · flavorful · flavorsome · delectable · sapid · yummy · savory · luscious · ono · toothful · delicious · lickerish · mouthwatering · ambrosial · moreish · dainty · delish · delicious · scrummy · scrumptious · gustful · tasteful · lip-smacking · flavorous · exquisite · lekker · appetizing · tasty · finger-lickin' good