1. the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth when eating or drinking
2. one of the five basic senses that detects flavors through the tongue
3. a person’s liking for or judgment about what is good, beautiful, or appropriate

1. to perceive the flavor of something by putting it in one’s mouth
2. to experience or encounter something briefly

Examples

• The soup has a salty taste.
• She lost her sense of taste after the illness.
• He has excellent taste in music.
• Can I have a taste of your dessert?
• Please taste the sauce and add more salt if needed.
• This was her first taste of success.
• The medicine tastes bitter.
• They finally tasted victory after years of defeat.