Dessert — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /di-ˈzərt/ des·sert

Meaning & Definition of Dessert

Dessert (noun)

  1. a usually sweet course or dish (as of pastry or ice cream) usually served at the end of a meal
  2. a fresh fruit served after a sweet course

Dessert (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. sweet food eaten after the main part of a meal

    "She doesn't care for rich desserts."

    "a chocolate dessert"

    similar: candy, junket, sweet, sweetmeat, bit, cate (archaic), dainty, delicacy, delectable, goody, kickshaw, tidbit, treat, viand, morsel

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dessert

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dessert:

Archaic: cate
candy, junket, sweet, sweetmeat, bit, dainty, delicacy, delectable, goody, kickshaw, tidbit, treat, viand, morsel

Origin & Etymology of Dessert

borrowed from French, going back to Middle French desserte "food cleared from the table (in the phrase desserte des més), course served at the end of the meal," derivative of desservir "to clear the table (of food, dishes)," from des- dis- + servir "to serve:1"

First known use: 1600

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dessert

  • Topics: Food & Drinks

Words & Phrases Containing Dessert

dessert spoon, dessert wine

Frequently Asked Questions about Dessert

What does "Dessert" mean?

"Dessert" means a usually sweet course or dish (as of pastry or ice cream) usually served at the end of a meal. As a noun, it is defined as: a usually sweet course or dish (as of pastry or ice cream) usually served at the end of a meal.

What is another word for "Dessert"?

Other words for "Dessert" include candy, junket, sweet, sweetmeat, bit, cate, dainty and delicacy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dessert" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dessert"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dessert". Common alternatives include candy, junket, sweet, sweetmeat, bit, cate, dainty, delicacy, delectable and goody.

How do you use "Dessert" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dessert" in a sentence: "She doesn't care for rich desserts."; "a chocolate dessert".

Is "Dessert" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dessert" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Dessert"?

"Dessert" is pronounced /di-ˈzərt/ and divided into syllables as des·sert.

What is the origin of the word "Dessert"?

"Dessert" comes from borrowed from French, going back to Middle French desserte "food cleared from the table (in the phrase desserte des més), course served at the end of the meal," derivative of desservir "to clear the table (of food, dishes)," from des- dis- + servir "to serve:1". First known use: 1600.

What is another word for "Dessert" meaning "sweet food eaten after the main part of a meal"?

When "Dessert" (noun) means sweet food eaten after the main part of a meal, synonyms include candy, junket, sweet, sweetmeat, bit and cate.