tasteful

adjective

ˈtāst-fəl How to pronounce tasteful (audio)
Definition of tastefulnext
1
as in elegant
having or showing elegance a tasteful arrangement of white flowers and dark greenery

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2
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste a line of microwavable frozen entrées that are surprisingly tasteful

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Recent Examples of tasteful Brimming with tasteful design, the interiors of The Prince of Albert are their own kind of attraction. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 Replace casual decor with tasteful artwork and functional displays. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 23 July 2026 While the overall package may not be all that different from its predecessor, the Z Fold 8 Ultra includes tasteful refinements that make a great phone even greater. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026 But Method Dressing, as an idea, doesn’t necessarily need to be tasteful. — Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tasteful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tasteful
  1. elegant
  2. delicious
  3. graceful
  4. handsome
  5. fine
Adjective
  • The five-night yacht voyages combine access to historic sites along the river and elegant, luxurious accommodations.
    — Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Featuring romantic bell sleeves, an elegant boat neckline, and an adjustable back cinch detail, this figure-forming top looks flattering on just about everyone.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • What about delicious gourmands, warm solar scents, or conversely, earthy notes grounded in fresh greens and wood?
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Twelve slices of bacon are bound to make anything delicious, and our Cowboy Cornbread from the August 1981 issue of the magazine is no exception.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
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  • Yet 20 minutes later, it was long forgotten during a graceful balance beam routine that brought her to within striking distance of the lead.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • In the morning, travelers will awake among the graceful canals and bridges of Venice, with a private water taxi to ferry them into the heart of the Venetian lagoon to explore the city’s many islands.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of graceful
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  • Later on, Bret wanders away from his friends and runs into Debbie’s father, Terry Schaffer (Wes Bentley), entertaining handsome young men in the hot tub.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The younger Gere plays Robert Mallory, the handsome new student who transfers to Buckley prep at the same time that The Trawler begins killing local teens.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of handsome
Adjective
  • The five-time Pro Bowler had one of his finest statistical seasons last year, allowing only 15 pressures on 491 pass-blocking snaps, according to Pro Football Focus.
    — Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • It’s made of premium—think fine-gauge fibers that don’t itch—merino wool, a naturally thermoregulating material.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of fine

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