Synonyms for

Taste

Verb / teɪst / Another word for taste — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To sense the flavor or quality of something, typically through the mouth.

Synonyms & similar words

gustation gustatorysensation savor gustatoryperception savour try perceptiveness penchant predilection mouthful tasteperception smack appreciation tasting sample tastesensation senseoftaste preference gustatorymodality discernment tryout savor flavor sample try test assay appreciate enjoy experience discern detect distinguish identify recognize perceive smell sniff sense scent lick

Synonyms by register

Formal

flavor palate savor

Informal

flavor tang zest

Literary

relish gusto

Antonyms

dislike aversion loathing repugnance distaste antipathy

Common collocations

  • good taste
  • bad taste
  • acquired taste
  • taste buds
  • taste for
  • taste of
  • taste the difference

Word family

noun taste
verb taste
adjective tasty
adverb tastily

Usage note

As a verb, 'taste' can refer to the sensation of flavor or to experience something for the first time. 'Good taste' and 'bad taste' refer to aesthetic judgment.

Example sentences

  1. I love the taste of chocolate.
  2. I can't taste anything because I have a cold.
  3. Can you taste the difference between the two juices?
  4. I want to taste the new ice cream flavor.
  5. The soup has a strange taste.

Quotes

  • Taste is the feminine of genius. - Edward Fitzgerald
  • The best way to eat crabs, as everyone knows, is off newspaper at a large table with a large group of people. - Laurie Colwin
  • There is no sincerer love than the love of food. - George Bernard Shaw

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