GUSTATION Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word gustation. (close relations)
Definition of GUSTATION
gustatory
Best Alternative Words for GUSTATION
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taste | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus • a strong liking • delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values) • a brief experience of something • a small amount eaten or drunk • the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth • a kind of sensing; distinguishing substances by means of the taste buds verb • have flavor; taste of something • perceive by the sense of taste • take a sample of • have a distinctive or characteristic taste • distinguish flavors • experience briefly | ||||||||
flavor | nounn | |||||||
noun • the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth • (physics) the six kinds of quarks verb • lend flavor to | ||||||||
palate | nounn | |||||||
noun • the upper surface of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities | ||||||||
relish | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment • spicy or savory condiment • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | ||||||||
savor | verbv | |||||||
noun • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in • have flavor; taste of something • taste appreciatively • give taste to | ||||||||
gustatory modality | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth | ||||||||
sense of taste | nounn | |||||||
noun • the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth |