tastelessly-done
|taste-less-ly-done|
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/ˈteɪstləsli dʌn/
lacking aesthetic appeal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tastelessly-done' originates from the English word 'tasteless,' where 'taste' meant 'aesthetic judgment' and the suffix '-less' indicated 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'tasteless' evolved from the Middle English word 'tasteles,' which meant 'lacking flavor or aesthetic appeal,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tasteless.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lacking flavor,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking aesthetic appeal.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/11 21:44
