acidic

adjective

acid·​ic ə-ˈsi-dik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
a-
Synonyms of acidicnext
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid

Examples of acidic in a Sentence

The soil in our garden is very acidic. the acidic water of a polluted lake
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Most varieties prefer full sun to partial shade and rich, slightly acidic soil that drains well. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 Rex Reed, a critic and journalist known for his brash, often acidic takes on films and filmmakers, died Tuesday at his Manhattan home. Brent Lang, Variety, 12 May 2026 Most oaks prefer a neutral to acidic soil. Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 The toxic, acidic wastewater ultimately reaches the Yamuna River, a key water source for millions in northern India, including Delhi, says Rawat. Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for acidic

Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of acidic was in 1866

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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidic. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

acidic

adjective
acid·​ic ə-ˈsid-ik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
a-
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid

Medical Definition

acidic

adjective
acid·​ic ə-ˈsid-ik, a- How to pronounce acidic (audio)
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid

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