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.
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All in all, a good meal that leaves no bitter aftertaste.
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Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
There’s no strange aftertaste, no fishy flavor, and no texture issues.
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Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
Editors liked that this cottage cheese wasn't too liquidy, perfectly savory, and felt fresh without any strong aftertaste.
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Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
The fluffy ice cream has a chemical aftertaste, and there isn’t even a hint of vanilla in the mix.
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Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
There’s no strange aftertaste, no fishy flavor, and no texture issues.
—
Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
Editors liked that this cottage cheese wasn't too liquidy, perfectly savory, and felt fresh without any strong aftertaste.
—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
The fluffy ice cream has a chemical aftertaste, and there isn’t even a hint of vanilla in the mix.
—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for aftertaste
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“Aftertaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aftertaste. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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aftertaste
noun
af·ter·taste
-ˌtāst
: a sensation (as of flavor) continuing after the stimulus causing it has ended
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