vinegariness
- noun
- /ˌvɪnɪˈɡɛrɪnəs/
- The vinegariness of the salad dressing added a sharp tang to the greens.
Examples
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Over time, the wine developed a noticeable vinegariness that ruined its flavor.
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The vinegariness of the sauce was too strong for my taste.
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Some people dislike the vinegariness of certain pickled vegetables.
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I love the vinegariness in this salad dressing.
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The vinegariness of the salad dressing added a refreshing kick to the meal.
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Some people enjoy the vinegariness of homemade pickles for its bold flavor.
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The chef noted that the vinegariness of the sauce complemented the dish perfectly.
Synonyms
A sour, sharp taste like in lemon or vinegar
A sharp, sour taste often in fruits
A sharp, acidic taste like lemon or vinegar
A sharp, pleasantly sour taste like lemon, often with a little spice
A sharp sour taste like vinegar
A slight sour taste in food or drink
A sharp, slightly sour taste that feels fresh in the mouth
A sharp, sour taste that makes your mouth pucker
Antonyms
How Sour
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Vinegariness comes from vinegar, which long ago meant 'sour wine', or wine that had turned sharp and sour, and the vine part links it to wine and grapes. So vinegariness means the 'sour' or 'acidic' quality that tastes like vinegar.