Tastelessness Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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tastelessness

[หˆteษชstlษ™snษ™s ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

lack of flavor

Tastelessness refers to the absence of flavor or taste in something. It can also describe a blandness or lack of interest in food or other sensory experiences.

Synonyms

blandness, flavorlessness, insipidity.

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Word Description / Examples
tastelessness

When describing something that lacks any kind of flavor, creating a negative or unsatisfactory experience. It can be used for food or metaphorically for something lacking in excitement or interest.

  • The dish had a certain tastelessness that made it hard to enjoy.
  • The movie was a display of tastelessness and poor humor.
blandness

Appropriate when referring to something mild or lacking in strong flavor or excitement. It can describe food, personalities, or experiences that do not leave a strong impression.

  • The soup's blandness made it less appealing.
  • He is often criticized for the blandness of his speeches.
insipidity

A more formal word used to describe not only the lack of flavor in food but also the lack of interest, excitement, or stimulating qualities in other contexts. Often has a sophisticated tone.

  • The insipidity of the concert left the audience unimpressed.
  • The insipidity of his writing style made the book dull.
flavorlessness

Used specifically for food or beverages that lack taste. It is a straightforward term that directly addresses the absence of flavor.

  • The flavorlessness of the meal was disappointing.
  • She was surprised by the flavorlessness of the expensive wine.

Examples of usage

  • Tastelessness can ruin even the most beautifully presented dish.
  • His tastelessness in music was evident from his collection of generic pop songs.
  • She was disappointed by the tastelessness of the soup.

Translations

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Origin of 'tastelessness'

The word 'tastelessness' originated from the combination of 'taste' and the suffix '-less', which means 'without'. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe the lack of flavor or interest in something.


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

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,895, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.