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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Within minutes, Mars was already drenched in sweat — not tasteful celebrity perspiration, but full-body, someone-get-this-man-a-Gatorade sweat. Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026 Beyond days at home, Peet’s character knows how to craft a tasteful look that oozes charm. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026 The alternate glasses are almost identical, save for a small, tasteful Batman logo on the right temple just behind the hinge. Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for tasteful

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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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 5 May. 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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