tasteful
2 synonyms and 7 antonyms for tasteful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing good judgement or refinement in style, appearance, or behaviour.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use tasteful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From taste + -ful.
Full origin of tasteful →Frequently asked questions
What does “tasteful” mean?
The word “tasteful” means showing good judgement or refinement in style, appearance, or behaviour. In plain terms, showing good, refined judgement — the opposite of gaudy or crude.
How do you pronounce “tasteful”?
“Tasteful” is pronounced TAYST-fuhl (/ˈteɪstfəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tasteful” in a sentence?
Here is “tasteful” used in a sentence: “The wedding was elegant and tasteful, without being flashy.”
What is another word for “tasteful”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tasteful” include delectable and trendy.
What is the opposite of “tasteful”?
The opposite of “tasteful” — its antonyms — are gaudy, garish, tasteless, distasteful and yucky.
What part of speech is “tasteful”?
“Tasteful” is an adjective.