acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsi-də-tē 
a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being acid
2
: the state of being excessively acid
Examples of acidity in a Sentence
detected a certain acidity in the way he responded
the acidity of their relationship was well known to their mutual acquaintances
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Mix equal parts white vinegar with water for a naturally effective solution against carpet beetles, thanks to the acidity.
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How to Serve It As Ever's 2024 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is best served well-chilled, ideally between 45°F and 50°F, to highlight its bright citrus notes and refreshing acidity.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
From espresso to cold brew, coffee can be enjoyed in many different ways, but each type varies widely in terms of caffeine content, ingredients, nutrients, and acidity levels.
—Laura Schober, Health, 23 Oct. 2025
Mix equal parts white vinegar with water for a naturally effective solution against carpet beetles, thanks to the acidity.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
How to Serve It As Ever's 2024 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is best served well-chilled, ideally between 45°F and 50°F, to highlight its bright citrus notes and refreshing acidity.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for acidity
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“Acidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidity. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsid-ət-ē
a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being acid
2
: the state of being extremely acid
Medical Definition
acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsid-ət-ē, a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being sour or chemically acid
the acidity of lemon juice
2
: the quality or state of being excessively or abnormally acid : hyperacidity
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