acidic
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- adjective
- /əˈsɪdɪk/
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ácido
- Vinegar is overly acidic and usually will add a very sour note to the sauce.
- acidic taste
- acidic foods
- acidic tomatoes
When I grew up in Switzerland, I was always drawn to acidic foods.
- When I grew up in Switzerland, I was always drawn to acidic foods.
- It's way too high in sugar, way too acidic.
- As a kid, anything acidic like grapefruit juice, orange juice, hot sauce hurts my tongue.
- And would, you know, transform them to become quite acidic and, and tasty for things.
Examples
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As a kid, anything acidic like grapefruit juice, orange juice, hot sauce hurts my tongue.
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You balance that sweetness with plenty of garlic, hot pepper, olive oil, and a dash of something acidic, either lemon juice or vinegar.
Blog text (19) -
A bit of salt may help to reduce an acidic taste in your coffee.
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The fruit's a bit acidic, but for now it's good.
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It's a sort of faintly acidic smell about it.
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When I grew up in Switzerland, I was always drawn to acidic foods.
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It was warm and acidic; that didn't matter.
Fiction book (1990) -
Lemons are acidic.
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He takes the OJ out of the fridge, swallows the pills, and drinks until the pulpy, acidic taste clogs his throat.
Fiction book (1999) -
Lemons are known for their acidic flavor, making them perfect for lemonade.
Synonyms
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A strong, pleasantly sour taste like lemon
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A sharp taste you feel in the mouth, like lemon
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Having a sharp, sour taste like a lemon
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Having a sharp, sour taste or smell
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Having a sour, vinegar-like smell or taste
Tasting sour and sharp like lemon
Having a sharp, sour taste like lemon or vinegar
Tasting sharp and like lemon or vinegar
A strong, slightly sour taste like in aged cheese or salad dressing
Has a slightly sharp taste like lemon
Slightly sour in taste or tone
A little sour in taste like a lemon
A little sour in taste, not as strong as a sour fruit
A taste or smell that is sharp and sour like vinegar
Having a sharp taste or smell like vinegar
A sharp sour taste like lemon or grapefruit
Having a strong, sharp taste or smell that you notice quickly
A little strong in taste or smell, like lemon
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Etymology
The word acidic comes from the Latin acidus 'sour', the same root as the simple word acid and related to acute which means 'sharp', so you can picture a sharp, sour taste. That's why lemon juice or unripe apples are called acidic when they taste sour and make your lips pucker.