gustatory
UK: ˈɡʌstətəri | US: ˈɡʌstətɔːri
adj. relating to the sense of taste
gustatory = gust<taste> + atory<adjective suffix>
- gust (from Latin gustus, meaning "taste")
- atory (a suffix forming adjectives, often derived from Latin -atorius, indicating a relationship or function)
Etymology Origin:
The word gustatory traces back to Latin gustus ("taste"), which also gives us gusto (enthusiastic enjoyment) and disgust (literally "opposite of taste"). The suffix -atory is commonly used in scientific and medical terminology to form adjectives (e.g., regulatory, inflammatory). Together, gustatory describes anything pertaining to the act or sense of tasting, reflecting its Latin roots in sensory experience.
The gustatory receptors on the tongue detect sweet, salty, sour, and bitter flavors.
Wine connoisseurs have a highly refined gustatory sense.
The chef’s gustatory creations delighted even the most discerning critics.
Certain medications can alter gustatory perception.
The study focused on the gustatory preferences of infants.