acidic

adjective

ə-ˈsi-dik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
Definition of acidicnext
1
as in acid
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids the acidic flavor of lemon goes nicely with broiled fish

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2
as in sarcastic
marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings her often acidic reviews have ruffled more than a few toques in the restaurant kitchens of New York

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Recent Examples of acidic Vinegar White vinegar is a common household pest deterrent for mice and other critters due to its strong, acidic smell. — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 28 Aug. 2026 Its flavors are so rich and gritty, with bright, acidic high notes, that a bite-size square or two is enough. — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026 Ryan Marino, the standards development and research manager for the Tile Council of North America, cautions homeowners to stay away from strong acidic cleaners. — Abid Haque, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026 Peaches thrive in slightly acidic soil, with regular organic pest control, such as neem oil, to help maintain optimum health. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for acidic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acidic
  1. acid
  2. sarcastic
  3. sour
  4. satiric
  5. barbed
  6. corrosive
  7. caustic
Adjective
  • The idea that these two would have a five-minute-or-less breakup conversation, then plop down on the couch and happily embark on an acid trip together, strains credulity a little, even for this bizarre, codependent friend group.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In a sequencer that resembled a large fridge, millions of short nucleic-acid fragments would be identified in the span of ten hours.
    — Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of acid
Adjective
  • Roberts corrected himself after an impressive dive from Komander, who received a loud, sarcastic pop.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The department’s post drew skeptical and sarcastic reactions from commenters who wondered whether the missing $30 called for a public search.
    — Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of sarcastic
Adjective
  • Gasly’s pole and seventh-place finish comes on a weekend that started sour for Alpine.
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • And now all they’re left with is the sour, bitter taste of having been played.
    — Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of sour
Adjective
  • According to The Jerusalem Post, Malkovich is scheduled to return to Tel Aviv for the satirical theatrical-musical production on April 13 at the Charles Bronfman Auditorium.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Critics have long speculated that his depiction was satirical—that the first utopian literary work was, at least in part, dystopian.
    — Boris Kachka, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of satiric
Adjective
  • Up the other side of the ravine there is another fence, much like the first, but without the barbed wire.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Light tubes, chains, scaffolds, chairs and a barbed wire table all made an appearance.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of barbed
Adjective
  • The oxide layer becomes a physical barrier, which prevents the corrosive molten lead from touching the base structural steel.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Since horticultural vinegar can be corrosive, Angelika Zaber, a lawn and garden expert from Online Turf, recommends wearing protective gear, such as gloves, goggles, and closed-toe shoes.
    — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of corrosive
Adjective
  • Thus far, Eisenkot, a classic centrist, has been blunt and sometimes caustic in making the case against the prime minister.
    — Amos Harel, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2026
  • His relationship with the media also became caustic, with Mourinho boycotting press conferences and sending assistant Aitor Karanka instead.
    — Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of caustic

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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidic. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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