Distastefully: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when something is done in a manner that is unpleasant or unappealing, but not necessarily morally wrong.

• He looked at the food distastefully and pushed the plate away.
• She distastefully declined the offer to join the gossip.

Used in situations where something is extremely unpleasant or gross, often evoking a strong reaction of disgust.

• The kitchen was disgustingly dirty, with mold everywhere.
• He ate the food disgustingly, smacking his lips and making loud noises.

Used when describing something so unpleasant and gross that it causes a strong feeling of aversion or rejection.

• The smell from the trash was repulsively strong and made everyone gag.
• His repulsively rude behavior made it impossible to enjoy the evening.

Used to describe actions or behaviors that cause someone to feel insulted or hurt; carries a negative connotation.

• She spoke offensively to her coworkers, making them feel uncomfortable.
• The comment was offensively racist and unacceptable in any setting.

Used to describe a manner or action that causes dislike or disgust.

• She looked at the messy room distastefully
• He distastefully rejected the poorly cooked meal

Used to describe something lacking aesthetic quality or good taste, often in reference to fashion, decor, or behavior.

• The decorations were tastelessly done in bright, clashing colors
• He dressed tastelessly for the formal event and stood out for all the wrong reasons

Used to describe something in a way that causes discomfort or is not enjoyable.

• The room smelled unpleasantly of mildew
• The conversation turned unpleasantly when they started arguing

Used to describe something morally questionable or not socially acceptable, often with negative connotations.

• He engaged in unsavorily business practices
• The show depicted unsavorily characters involved in illegal activities