aftertaste

noun

af·​ter·​taste ˈaf-tər-ˌtāst 

: persistence of a sensation (as of flavor or an emotion) after the stimulating agent or experience has gone

Examples of aftertaste in a Sentence

The wine has a smooth aftertaste.

Recent Examples on the Web

Our editors liked the creamy texture and balanced flavor of this frosting, that didn't leave any unappetizing aftertastes or grit. —Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026

The term, still in circulation, comes from the long aftertaste of Great Britain’s annexation of the Boer republics and the two South African Wars. —Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026

There’s no shortage of stylish craft here and much to enjoy in the performances, but ultimately, Rosebush Pruning is too glib to work, leaving only an acrid aftertaste. —David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026

Medium-dark roasts often have a somewhat bitter aftertaste. —Emily Santora, Health, 30 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

after- + taste entry 2

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for aftertaste

• interfaced
• interlaced
• abased
• barefaced
• debased
• defaced
• disgraced
• displaced
• distaste
• effaced
• embraced
• emplaced

Kids Definition

aftertaste

noun

af·​ter·​taste -ˌtāst 

: a sensation (as of flavor) continuing after the stimulus causing it has ended

Medical Definition

aftertaste

noun

af·​ter·​taste -ˌtāst 

: persistence of a sensation (as of flavor or an emotion) after the stimulating agent or experience has gone