EPICUREAN Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of epicurean

as in gourmet

a person with refined tastes in food and wine an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen

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adjective

as in luxurious

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Recent Examples of epicurean

Noun

Seline, a 14- to 17-course epicurean adventure told through seasonal and regional ingredients, innovative techniques and showy plating that makes use of bones, antlers and bowls within bowls, has been racking up accolades in 2026. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Go on fungi-finding forays with truffle-sniffing dogs at the Oregon Truffle Festival, or attend epicurean bashes like Alt Wine Fest, Queer Wine Fest, AAPI Food & Wine Festival, and the International Pinot Noir Celebration. — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026

Adjective

This summer, a series of events, exhibitions, and festivities will celebrate the return of the World Cup to Dallas, adding extra appeal to a city that’s been enjoying a major epicurean renaissance of late. — Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026 The pups have the epicurean delight of suckling one of the highest fat-content milks in the animal kingdom. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for epicurean

Recent Examples of Synonyms for epicurean

Noun

And now, with a myriad of buzzy new restaurants helmed by some of France’s top chefs and curious creatives from around the world eager to experiment with the territory’s rich ingredients, Biarritz is becoming an epicure’s paradise in its own right.

— Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
The epicure who dreamed up this last part was, allegedly, a priest.

— Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026

Definition of epicure

Adjective

TikTok filled with videos of grim stores nearing closure that looked more apocalyptic than luxurious.

— Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
In a report published on Tuesday, four men — apparently in the same unit as Combs — told NBC the Grammy winner was enjoying a luxurious lifestyle despite his being behind bars.

— Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of luxurious

Noun

With its winning trifecta of sandy beaches, boutique hotels, and unpretentious tavernas, the Greek island of Milos seduces couples, water lovers, and gastronomes alike.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
Founded in 2017 by three Italian food journalists and gastronomes, Luciano Pignataro, Albert Sapere and Barbara Guerra, 50 Top Pizza ranks pizzas around the world.

— Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 2 June 2026

Definition of gastronome

Adjective

With delectable top notes of juicy peach nectar and pillowy marshmallow, the fragrance blends with sweet rice milk and vanilla bean to create a creamy dessert-like finish.

— Vivien Lee, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026
Regardless of the crush of bodies, the vibe at Lowboy is mellow, with seasonal drinks, a delectable menu of bar food, a cute patio—and, of course, a smashburger that is to die for.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of delectable

Adjective

This countertop-friendly frozen dessert machine features five delicious presets for ice cream, sorbet, gelato, smoothie bowls and frozen yogurt.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026
And Michael Rishawn almost steals the show with his delicious comic turn as the restaurant host, as well as other ancillary characters.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

The delightful casting choices were made by the brand’s Creative Director, Miuccia Prada, who has always seemed to pride herself on taking a direction least expected.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026
Grapes for this delightful white are grown in ocean floor sedimentary soils that contain quartz crystals.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

This is the man who made the two-and-a-half-hour, stream-of-consciousness passion project Bardo (2022), after all, which several critics also found rather abrasive and self-indulgent.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 7 Oct. 2026
Retailers globally have quickly adopted the trend, which allows consumers to feel smarter in their shopping - being both self-indulgent and financially responsible at exactly the same time.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026

Definition of self-indulgent

Adjective

Brisbane 2032 vice president Tim Mander and chief marketing officer Brent Hill told the weekend news conference the accidental release was a pleasant surprise.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026
And the owners’ taste, in this case, is pleasant and broadly appealing, complimenting the home’s high ceilings and historic features.

— Kim Velsey, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026

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