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Juicy - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Juicy describes something full of juice, moist, and flavorful, often used for fruits or meats. It can also mean interesting or exciting, like gossip or details in a story.

juicy

/ˈdʒusi/ /ˈdʒuːsi/

Definition:

Full of juice; flavorful and moist, often used figuratively to describe interesting or sensational information.

Synonyms:

succulent, moist, flavorful, luscious, tasty

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

dry, bland

Common Collocations:

juicy fruit, juicy details, juicy steak, juicy gossip

Derivatives:

juiciness, juicily

Usage Tips:

Use "juicy" for foods with natural moisture or figuratively for intriguing stories or gossip.

Common Phrases:

juicy gossip, juicy story, juicy tidbit

Etymology:

Derived from "juice," from Old French "jus," meaning liquid extracted from plants or fruits.

Examples:

  • 1. The orange was juicy and refreshing on a hot day.
  • 2. She shared a juicy piece of gossip with her friends.
  • 3. The steak was so juicy it melted in my mouth.
  • 4. He bit into the ripe peach and found it incredibly juicy.

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