Definition

Not having flavor or interest; dull and unexciting.

Example

The soup was tasteless and needed more seasoning.

Conversation

Have you tried that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I went there last week, but their food was pretty tasteless.

That's disappointing! I was hoping it would be good.

I know, right? It really didn't have any flavor at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tasteless → It is formed from "taste" (from Old French *taster*, meaning to perceive flavor) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "tasteless" means without taste or flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'taste' and remember that 'tasteless' means lacking flavor.

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