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acidic

adjective

ə-ˈsi-dik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
Definition of acidicnext
1
as in acid
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids the acidic flavor of lemon goes nicely with broiled fish

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2
as in sarcastic
marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings her often acidic reviews have ruffled more than a few toques in the restaurant kitchens of New York

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Recent Examples of acidic Opt for rich, sandy, loam soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Sep. 2026 In the book’s first movements, our plucky, brilliant guide through the world of Black mega-church runs on acidic observations, wit, and drolly spouted trivia. — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2026 Azaleas and rhododendrons need acidic soil, cool temperatures, constant moisture and low indoor humidity. — Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026 Blueberries require acidic soil, full sun, and good soil drainage. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for acidic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acidic
  1. acid
  2. sarcastic
  3. sour
  4. satiric
  5. barbed
  6. corrosive
  7. caustic
Adjective
  • The idea that these two would have a five-minute-or-less breakup conversation, then plop down on the couch and happily embark on an acid trip together, strains credulity a little, even for this bizarre, codependent friend group.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In a sequencer that resembled a large fridge, millions of short nucleic-acid fragments would be identified in the span of ten hours.
    — Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of acid
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  • This hampers several of my favorite performances, especially Harper, whose Ben is full of sarcastic indignation, and June Laporte as Ginny, an aspiring reporter in need of proper mentoring.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The sarcastic Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry) and affable actor Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) are among her favorite characters.
    — Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of sarcastic
Adjective
  • Other highlights include The Joyce’s Aperol and Sarti spritzes for $12 on Miami Beach and Bar Moxy’s $10 menu in Wynwood, which includes the Lalo apple cider margarita and a smoky maple sour with mezcal.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • One of the villain’s henchmen was a small, shaggy blue creature with a long drooping snout and a sour expression that lived in a cigar box.
    — Niranjana Rajalakshmi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of sour
Adjective
  • Burić won Best Actor at the 35th European Film Awards for his role in Ruben Östlund’s satirical black comedy Triangle of Sadness, which won the Palme d’Or at the 75th Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Waugh on his turn from satirical humorist to dark inquisitor of the human condition is in full effect here.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of satiric
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  • Which is to say, this is more a barbed comedy of manners than a proper, elegant period piece.
    — Will Harris, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026
  • There are plenty of Ostalgie museums in today’s united Germany, furnished with memorabilia of the German Democratic Republic, from twigs of barbed wire to Trabant gearboxes.
    — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of barbed
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  • However, researchers also faced the corrosive nature of seawater and the risk of leakage under pressure.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Plus, the pewter-like hue of tantalum has a certain appeal that can’t be achieved in other materials and it’s also prized for its anti-corrosive properties.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of corrosive
Adjective
  • Online, Firstman’s personality can come off playful or caustic, depending on how generous the viewer is feeling.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Villegas prevailed in a caustic primary over state lawmaker Jasmeet Bains, a moderate who was backed by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of caustic

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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidic. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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