Entry Word: tart

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids <I didn't add enough sugar to the lemonade, and now it's way too tart> — see sour 1
2 marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings <stood ready with a tart comeback in case the lout asked her if she wanted to dance> — see sarcastic