Aftertaste (Noun)
Meaning
An afterimage of a taste.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The bitter aftertaste of the coffee lingered in her mouth long after she finished the cup.
- The sweetness of the dessert was pleasant, but the aftertaste of artificial flavoring was off-putting.
- He savored the complex flavors of the wine, but the aftertaste was slightly astringent.
- The spicy aftertaste of the wasabi lingered on her tongue, leaving her reaching for a glass of milk.
- The aftertaste of the medicine was unpleasantly metallic, making her hesitant to take her next dose.