Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

distasteful

Adjective
/dɪsˈteɪstfəl/
Definition
Causing a feeling of dislike or aversion.
Examples
  • The rude comments were quite distasteful and made everyone uncomfortable.
  • She found the movie’s graphic content distasteful.
  • His distasteful behavior at the dinner table shocked the guests.
Meaning
Something that is distasteful is not pleasant and can be offensive or unpleasant in some way.
Synonyms
  • Unpleasant
  • Offensive
  • Disagreeable
  • Repugnant
  • Repulsive