TASTE Synonyms
There are 29 hypernyms of the word taste. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for TASTE
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sample | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a small part of something intended as representative of the whole • items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population • all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class verb • take a sample of | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
try | verbv | |||||||
noun • earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something verb • make an effort or attempt • put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to • put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of • take a sample of • examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process • give pain or trouble to • test the limits of • melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities • put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice | ||||||||
enjoy | verbv | |||||||
verb • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in • have benefit from • get pleasure from • have for one's benefit • take delight in | ||||||||
experience | nounn | |||||||
noun • the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities • the content of direct observation or participation in an event • an event as apprehended verb • undergo or live through a difficult experience • have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations • go through (mental or physical states or experiences) • undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind • undergo | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
test | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • trying something to find out about it • any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc • a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge • the act of undergoing testing • the act of testing something • a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins verb • put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to • test or examine for the presence of disease or infection • examine someone's knowledge of something • show a certain characteristic when tested • achieve a certain score or rating on a test • determine the presence or properties of (a substance) • undergo a test | ||||||||
discernment | nounn | |||||||
noun • the cognitive condition of someone who understands • delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values) • perception of that which is obscure • the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations • the trait of judging wisely and objectively | ||||||||
smack | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth • a sailing ship (usually rigged like a sloop or cutter) used in fishing and sailing along the coast • street names for heroin • an enthusiastic kiss • the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand adverb • directly verb • deliver a hard blow to • have an element suggestive (of something) • have a distinctive or characteristic taste • kiss lightly • press (the lips) together and open (the lips) noisily, as in eating | ||||||||
appreciation | nounn | |||||||
noun • understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something • delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values) • an expression of gratitude • a favorable judgment • an increase in price or value | ||||||||
culture | nounn | |||||||
noun • a particular society at a particular time and place • the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group • all the knowledge and values shared by a society • (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) • a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality • the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization • the raising of plants or animals verb • grow in a special preparation | ||||||||
gustation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth | ||||||||
hint | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an indirect suggestion • a slight indication • a slight but appreciable amount • a just detectable amount • an indication of potential opportunity verb • drop a hint; intimate by a hint | ||||||||
impression | nounn | |||||||
noun • a vague idea in which some confidence is placed • an outward appearance • a clear and telling mental image • a concavity in a surface produced by pressing • a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving • all the copies of a work printed at one time • (dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster • an impressionistic portrayal of a person • the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another | ||||||||
mouthful | nounn | |||||||
noun • the quantity that can be held in the mouth • a small amount eaten or drunk | ||||||||
penchant | nounn | |||||||
noun • a strong liking | ||||||||
perceptiveness | nounn | |||||||
noun • a feeling of understanding • delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values) • perception of that which is obscure • the quality of insight and sympathetic understanding | ||||||||
predilection | nounn | |||||||
noun • a predisposition in favor of something • a strong liking | ||||||||