acidic

//əˈsɪdɪk//
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Adjective

acidicCanonical form
more acidicComparative
most acidicSuperlative
1

Having the properties of an acid; having a pH below 7.

Lemon juice is acidic because it has a low pH.

2

Having a sharp, sour, or biting taste.

The lemon juice has an acidic taste.

3

(Figurative) Sharp, biting, or harsh in tone or manner.

Her acidic remarks made everyone uncomfortable.

Synonym