tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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How to Make Greek Yogurt Taste Better If the tangy taste of plain Greek yogurt is holding you back from trying it, there are a few ways to incorporate this ingredient into your diet in better-tasting ways. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025 These thick, slightly sweet griddle cakes are often cooked fresh on board and served folded in half with a generous smear of butter and sugar, or sometimes a slice of tangy brown cheese. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025 Vita Coco Treats Orange & Creme Flavor Vita Coco has launched its newest Treats flavor, Orange & Creme, which combines the tangy taste of orange and cream with the tropical richness of coconut milk. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025 Guava Guava is a tropical fruit with a sweet and tangy taste. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tangy

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tangy was in 1875

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“Tangy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tangy. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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