AMBROSIAL Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

ambrosial

adjective

Definition of ambrosial

as in aromatic

having a pleasant smell the ambrosial air of a greenhouse filled with orchids

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as in delicious

very pleasing to the sense of taste a platter heaped with exotic and ambrosial tropical fruits

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Recent Examples of ambrosial This ambrosial cocktail starts with the classic elements of a mimosa—orange juice and sparkling wine—but kicks the party up a notch with a splash each of gin and Lillet Blanc. — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 20 June 2026 The Chartreuse charms the cocktail, giving it a bright herbaceousness and seductive spice, with the liqueur’s full battery of gifts echoing into a long, ambrosial finish. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026 Discover new species and varieties of ambrosial fruits from around the world and grown locally. — Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambrosial

Adjective

In contrast, lower-temperature smoldering wildfires release a different mix of compounds, but it is still enriched with toxic aromatic oxygenates and ammonia, which can irritate the respiratory system.

— Michael A. Robinson, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026
Citruses, like bergamot and orange rind, give vanilla a bright and airy lightness, whereas aromatic notes, like lavender and geranium, smell like a garden growing around vanilla orchid vines.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of aromatic

Adjective

Known for its sumptuous cuisine and delicious desserts, Italy has tourists lining up for gelato all over the peninsula.

— Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Black Pepper Candied Bacon Fogo de Chão/MANNY RODRIGUEZ At Fogo de Chão, this delicious bacon dish is oven roasted with brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

— Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
In a large dry skillet toast guajillo and ancho chiles over medium, turning occasionally, until lightly toasted and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of fragrant

Adjective

The instrument, called a coronagraph, is so sensitive to contamination that I was given a list of things forbidden from entering the hallowed space — no makeup, lotion or scented products of any kind could be on my skin.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
This month, a pack of three seasonally scented bottles is $3 off, as is the classic French Scent spray bottle set with two refill bottles.

— Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of scented

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