Tasteless: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'tasteless' originated from the combination of 'taste' and the suffix '-less,' which means 'without.' It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century. Over time, 'tasteless' has evolved to describe not only lack of flavor in food but also lack of aesthetic appeal in various contexts.

See also: distaste, distasteful, taste, tasteful, tastefully, tastelessly, tastelessness, taster, tastes, tastily, tastiness, tasting, tasty.

Positioned at #21,064, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.

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