tangy

adjective

Save Word

\ ˈtaŋ-ē

tangier; tangiest

Definition of tangy

: having or suggestive of a tang

Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Learn More About tangy

Synonyms & Antonyms for tangy

Synonyms

Antonyms

Examples of tangy in a Sentence

a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste

Recent Examples on the Web This sweet and tangy sauce is famously designed for chicken, but don’t be afraid to use it on pork. — Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, 30 Nov. 2021 Congo Chicken, a sweet and tangy dish kicked up with curry powder. — Washington Post, 24 Nov. 2021 The broth supercharges the beefy flavor and saturates the crevices of the bread, while the peppers offer tangy relief. — New York Times, 27 Dec. 2021 But don’t miss her whole passion fruit sorbet, with the refreshingly tangy fruit stuffed into its own shell. — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 21 Dec. 2021 This salsa is bright and tangy — a credit to the sheer volume of tomatillos called for in the recipe — with just enough jalapeño heat at the end. — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2020 Beyond their good looks, this bread is downright delicious with a paper-thin crust concealing an airy crumb that has a perfect bouncy chew and bright, tangy flavor. — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 16 Nov. 2021 The tangy bearnaise sauce that was drizzled over the steak elevated things. — Matt Wake | Mwake@al.com, al, 11 Sep. 2021 Made with honey, cider vinegar, and Aleppo pepper, according to Delish, the sauce promises to be a sweet and tangy accompaniment to your chicken sandwich or nuggets – with a hot and & spicy kick of course. — Essence, 14 Oct. 2021

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'tangy.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.