tangier; tangiest
Synonyms of tangynext
: having or suggestive of a tang

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste
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It’s made from a simple family recipe containing only finely ground meat in a dark red, tangy sauce. George Motz, Southern Living, 6 May 2026 Breads and dips rotate at every meal, too—ezay, a ubiquitous Bhutanese chili condiment made with tangy local tree tomatoes, was especially memorable. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026 Nubbly Scotch eggs with ramekins of sweet and tangy Branston Pickle. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026 This is a sweet and tangy snack with a delicious crunch. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026 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 15 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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