# tasteful

/ˈteɪstfəɫ/ (US) · /tˈeɪstfəl/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/tasteful
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

having good taste or style. You use this to describe something that is attractive and not too loud or messy.

For teachers: possessing good aesthetic judgment or style; pleasing to the senses without being excessive or vulgar.

## Examples

- She has a very tasteful collection of modern art.
- The interior designer chose a tasteful color palette that blended the old wooden furniture with modern glass accents.
- While the building's exterior is quite plain, the interior features tasteful decor that reflects the owner's refined appreciation for mid-century modern design.

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