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tastelessness

/ˈteɪst.ləs.nəs/
taste · less · ness

Adverb:tastelessly
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Adjective:tasteless
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tastelessness Lexical Profile

tastelessness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of lacking good aesthetic judgment, refinement, or social propriety; vulgarity or inappropriateness.

Example

"The critics were appalled by the sheer tastelessness of the comedian's remarks during the charity gala."


2

The quality of lacking flavor, zest, or palatability; blandness or insipidity.

Example

"Adding fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon quickly remedied the tastelessness of the boiled vegetables."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tastelessness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tastelessness
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