tasteful

adjective

taste·​ful ˈtāst-fəl How to pronounce tasteful (audio)
Synonyms of tastefulnext
1
: having, exhibiting, or conforming to good taste
a tasteful display
2
tastefully adverb
tastefulness noun

Examples of tasteful in a Sentence

a tasteful and attractive design a tasteful arrangement of white flowers and dark greenery
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His voice and his music are unfailingly tasteful and pleasant, which is a key part of both his appeal and limitations. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Typically, these are used for tasteful roasting (see here). Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026 The accommodations here, like my Deluxe Room River View, strike the right balance between contemporary polish and calm, with tasteful nods to the city’s Art Deco heritage. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 The singer’s first three records were tasteful and unbelievably mature, combining a West End knack for drama with R&B vocal pyrotechnics. Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasteful

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of tasteful was in 1611

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“Tasteful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tasteful. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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tasteful

adjective
taste·​ful ˈtāst-fəl How to pronounce tasteful (audio)
: having or showing good taste
tastefully adverb
tastefulness noun

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