aftertaste

noun

af·​ter·​taste ˈaf-tər-ˌtāst How to pronounce aftertaste (audio)
: persistence of a sensation (as of flavor or an emotion) after the stimulating agent or experience has gone

Examples of aftertaste in a Sentence

The wine has a smooth aftertaste.
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In 2010, the women in black, Suzie Bates (37) and captain Sophie Devine (35) were also left with a bitter aftertaste as the team failed to chase a low-scoring final against the Aussies. Paras J. Haji, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 The Tequila is smooth and rich, with notes of vanilla, oak, and caramel, finishing with a hint of spice and a warm aftertaste. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024 Art market prognosticators who were hoping to divine what the remainder of the year will hold likely found their tea leaves left a bitter aftertaste following Sotheby’s Contemporary Curated auction, which wrapped late Friday afternoon in New York City. Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 Sep. 2024 Editors liked that this cottage cheese wasn't too liquidy, perfectly savory, and felt fresh without any strong aftertaste. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for aftertaste 

Word History

Etymology

after- + taste entry 2

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aftertaste was in 1592

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Cite this Entry

“Aftertaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aftertaste. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

aftertaste

noun
af·​ter·​taste -ˌtāst How to pronounce aftertaste (audio)
: a sensation (as of flavor) continuing after the stimulus causing it has ended

Medical Definition

aftertaste

noun
af·​ter·​taste -ˌtāst How to pronounce aftertaste (audio)
: persistence of a sensation (as of flavor or an emotion) after the stimulating agent or experience has gone

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