Distasteful Definition & Meaning

distasteful
adjective
  1. not pleasing in odor or taste
  2. highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust; "a disgusting smell"; "distasteful language"; "a loathsome disease"; "the idea of eating meat is repellent to me"; "revolting food"; "a wicked stench"

"Distasteful" in song lyrics

See how distasteful is used in real songs:

  • "I spit out a handful, bullets and broken teeth distasteful"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Hypnotic Prophets
  • "While as a human I have trouble discerning what is distasteful"
    Ethic — Anguish
  • "I'm makin women unfaithful I'm distasteful"
    Necro — Freestyle

Usage tips for "distasteful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "distasteful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for distasteful to find words that pair well.

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