oxygeusia

/ɒksɪˈɡuːziə/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition of having a distorted sense of taste, where certain tastes are perceived as others

“She suffered from oxygeusia, where sweet tastes were perceived as bitter.”

2. noun

a condition in which the sense of taste is distorted, especially with a sensation of metallic or bitter taste

Synonyms

  • distorted taste
  • taste disorder

Antonyms

  • gustatory perception
  • hypogeusia