Distaste — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /(ˌ)dis-ˈtāst/ dis·taste

Meaning & Definition of Distaste

Distaste (verb)

  1. to feel aversion to
  2. offend, displease
  3. to have an offensive taste

Distaste (noun)

  1. dislike of food or drink
  2. aversion, disinclination
  3. annoyance, discomfort

Distaste (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness

    "usually views abstract paintings with distaste"

    similar: aversion, disgust, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion, revulsion
    related: abhorrence, abomination, antipathy, execration, hate, hatred, allergy, averseness, disapproval, disfavor, disinclination, dislike, disliking, displeasure
    near: appetite, bent, fancy, favor, fondness, like, liking, love, partiality, penchant, predilection, preference, propensity, relish, shine, taste, use

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Distaste

The most common words with a similar meaning to Distaste:

aversion, disgust, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion, revulsion

Related Words for Distaste

abhorrence, abomination, antipathy, execration, hate, hatred, allergy, averseness, disapproval, disfavor, disinclination, dislike, disliking, displeasure

Near Antonyms of Distaste

appetite, bent, fancy, favor, fondness, like, liking, love, partiality, penchant, predilection, preference, propensity, relish, shine, taste, use

Word Forms of Distaste

Inflections: distasted, distasting, distastes

Origin & Etymology of Distaste

First known use: 1592t

Frequently Asked Questions about Distaste

What does "Distaste" mean?

"Distaste" means to feel aversion to. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to feel aversion to.

What is another word for "Distaste"?

Other words for "Distaste" include aversion, disgust, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion and revulsion. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Distaste" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Distaste"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Distaste". Common alternatives include aversion, disgust, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion and revulsion.

How do you use "Distaste" in a sentence?

Examples of "Distaste" in a sentence: "usually views abstract paintings with distaste".

Is "Distaste" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Distaste" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Distaste"?

"Distaste" is pronounced /(ˌ)dis-ˈtāst/ and divided into syllables as dis·taste.

What is the origin of the word "Distaste"?

First known use: 1592t.

What is another word for "Distaste" meaning "a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness"?

When "Distaste" (noun) means a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness, synonyms include aversion, disgust, horror, loathing, nausea and repugnance.