distasteful
Distasteful (adj) means Unpleasant, offensive, or unappealing to one's sense of taste or propriety. Example: “Many viewers found the joke distasteful.”
How to use distasteful
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUnpleasant or offensive, in a way that leaves a bad impression.
Word forms
more distasteful comparative, most distasteful superlative
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Many viewers found the joke _____.
Etymology
From distaste + -ful or dis- + tasteful.
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Rhymes for distasteful
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What does “distasteful” mean?
The word “distasteful” means unpleasant, offensive, or unappealing to one's sense of taste or propriety. In plain terms, unpleasant or offensive, in a way that leaves a bad impression.
How do you pronounce “distasteful”?
“Distasteful” is pronounced dihs-TAYST-fuh (/dɪsˈteɪstfəɫ/ in IPA).
How do you use “distasteful” in a sentence?
Here is “distasteful” used in a sentence: “Many viewers found the joke distasteful.”
What is the opposite of “distasteful”?
The opposite of “distasteful” — its antonyms — are pleasant and pleasing.
What part of speech is “distasteful”?
“Distasteful” is an adjective.