tasting

[teys-ting] / ˈteɪs tɪŋ /

VERB

judge, try

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bite chew eat enjoy sample savor sip

STRONG

assay criticize differentiate discern distinguish lick nibble partake perceive relish sense test touch

WEAK

try the flavor of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike

STRONG

neglect overlook

WEAK

abstain refrain

VERB

experience

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appreciate feel savor

STRONG

encounter know perceive undergo

WEAK

be exposed to come up against have knowledge of meet with partake of run up against

Antonyms

STRONG

misinterpret misunderstand

WEAK

abstain refrain

Example Sentences

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Here, his mournful ex-convict is finally tasting freedom in a country that wants to keep him metaphorically shackled.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

They may blanch at a $200 tasting menu and not be able to enjoy their food.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Like the Philadelphia-born, Italian American that I am, I had a newfound determination to make sure everyone I knew had the mind-blowing experience of tasting my favorite coconutty, bite-sized treat.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Despite tasting defeat, Parker was restrained in his response to the decision.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

I could demolish a bag of Cheez Doodles; I’d have Doodle Cheez so far infused into my fingertips, I’d be tasting it on myself for a day.

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini