Causing dislike or aversion; unpleasant or offensive. The distasteful smell from the garbage made it hard to stay in the room.
Morally offensive or unacceptable. Many found the comedian's jokes distasteful and inappropriate for the event.
Expressing or showing distaste or dislike. She gave him a distasteful look when he mentioned his plan.
Having an unpleasant flavor; disagreeable to the sense of taste. The cough syrup was so distasteful that he grimaced after every spoonful.