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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The flavor profile is savory, tangy, and aromatic, with a warming and hearty nature. Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Dec. 2025 Warm Apple Cider Vinegar Drink For a tangy beverage that may benefit your blood sugar and insulin levels, try a warm apple cider vinegar drink. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 15 Dec. 2025 The tangy snap of pickles paired with a decadent cheesy filling turns these clever bites into appetizer magic. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025 In place of crab cakes, Stockton has crafted crispy arancini stuffed with blue crab meat and garlic confit for a gooey burst of flavor, and loaded potatoes are translated into creamy mashed potatoes topped with a sweet bacon jam and tangy sour cream. Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tangy

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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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 18 Dec. 2025.

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tangy

adjective
tangier; tangiest
: having or suggestive of a tang

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