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Meaning of acidic
Having a sharp or sour taste
Etymology of acidic
The word "acidic" originates from the Latin word "acidus," meaning sour or sharp, which is derived from the Latin word "acere," meaning to be sour
The term "acidic" has been used in English since the 17th century to describe substances with a sharp or sour taste, and later to describe solutions with a pH level below 7
Synonyms
sour
sharp
tart
bitter
caustic
corrosive
harsh
astringent
pungent
piercing
biting
acrid
acerbic
vitriolic
scathing
sarcastic
sardonic
ironic
wry
dry
mordant
trenchant
cutting
incisive
keen
penetrating
acute
intense
strong
potent
fierce
violent
aggressive
abrasive
rough
coarse
crude
rugged
rocky
stormy
turbulent
tempestuous
volatile
unstable
unpredictable
Definitions
- Having a pH level below 7, or a solution that donates a hydrogen ion
- * Having a sharp or sour taste
- * Sharp and forthright in manner or expression
Usage Examples
- The acidic properties of the vinegar made it useful for cleaning
- * The acidic tone of the article was off-putting to some readers
- * The soil had become acidic due to the high levels of sulfur in the air