What does TASTE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth; a persons liking for particular flavors; the ability to discern what is of good quality or of a high aesthetic standard.

Verb: perceive or experience the flavor of; have a specified flavor; have a brief experience of.

Pronunciations:

US: /teɪst/

UK: /teɪst/

Origin and Usage:

The word "taste" originated from the Old French word "taster" which means to taste or sample. The noun sense of the word dates back to the late Middle English period, while the verb sense dates back to the early 16th century. The word is commonly used in everyday language to describe the sensation of flavor, ones liking for certain flavors, and the ability to discern quality or aesthetic standards. It is also used figuratively to describe brief experiences of different things.

Synonyms:

Noun: flavor, savor, relish, palate, liking, preference, inclination, appreciation, discernment.

Verb: sample, try, test, savor, relish, enjoy, appreciate, perceive.

Related Words:

smell, touch, sound, sight, sense.

Example Sentences:

Noun:

• The taste of the soup was too salty.
• She has a taste for spicy food.
• His taste in clothing is impeccable.

Verb:

• He tasted the wine and declared it to be of excellent quality.
• The soup tastes too salty.
• She tasted success for just a brief moment before it slipped away.