Definitions
- Describing food that looks or smells delicious and makes you salivate. - Referring to a dish that is so appetizing that it makes your mouth water. - Talking about a meal that is so tempting that it makes you hungry just thinking about it.
- Describing food that is delicious and enjoyable to eat. - Referring to a dish that is so tasty that it makes you want to savor every bite. - Talking about a meal that is so satisfying that it leaves you feeling content and happy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe food that is delicious and enjoyable.
- 2Both words can be used to express pleasure and satisfaction while eating.
- 3Both words are often used in the context of describing food or meals.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Mouthwatering is often used to describe food that is extremely appetizing, while scrumptious can refer to any food that is tasty and enjoyable.
- 2Connotation: Mouthwatering has a more sensory connotation, while scrumptious has a more emotional connotation.
- 3Usage: Mouthwatering is more commonly used to describe the appearance or smell of food, while scrumptious is more commonly used to describe the taste of food.
- 4Formality: Scrumptious is considered slightly more formal than mouthwatering.
Remember this!
Mouthwatering and scrumptious are both adjectives used to describe delicious food. However, mouthwatering emphasizes the physical reaction of salivating, while scrumptious focuses on the taste and enjoyment of the food. Mouthwatering is often used to describe the appearance or smell of food, while scrumptious is more commonly used to describe the taste of food. Scrumptious is also considered slightly more formal than mouthwatering.
