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 However, foil isn’t naturally nonstick and can react with acidic foods. — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026 Limit acidic marinades to about 1 hour to prevent a mushy texture. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026 Common culprits are hot, cold, sweet, or acidic foods and drinks. — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2026 The magic is the schug (a vibrant blend of spicy Italian long peppers, garlic and herbs) and tomato seeds that add an acidic kick. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 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
  • There was an acid trip of a halftime show starring Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, and Shakira.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 22 July 2026
  • Lithium-ion, lead-acid, sodium-ion and other technologies all have a role to play in the electrification landscape.
    — Darren Tan, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of acid
Adjective
  • Our second president, John Adams, was said to have had a sarcastic demeanor and made biting remarks about his contemporaries.
    — John Blumenthal, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Why are people so hungry for a bratty, sarcastic version of Abigail Williams?
    — Moises Mendez II, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of sarcastic
Adjective
  • By Day 5 your starter should be bubbly, double in size in a day, and smell nutty and sour.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The search turned sour when one of the actors was put off to discover a young, inexperienced woman sitting in the director’s chair.
    — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of sour
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  • The satirical website The Onion also moved to take over Jones’ Infowars platforms and turn his bullhorn of conspiracy theories into parody sites.
    — Jim Vertuno, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The satirical website the Onion also moved to take over Jones’ Infowars platforms and turn his bullhorn of conspiracy theories into parody sites.
    — Jim Vertuno, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of satiric
Adjective
  • Up the other side of the ravine there is another fence, much like the first, but without the barbed wire.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Light tubes, chains, scaffolds, chairs and a barbed wire table all made an appearance.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of barbed
Adjective
  • However, developing specialized buoyant materials, underwater conduits, and anti-corrosive gear come with a premium price tag.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The state’s June primary election results reveal a corrosive factor is undermining the party’s future, according to the man who wrote the autopsy on Democratic losses in 2024, veteran political strategist Paul Rivera.
    — Dan Walters, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of corrosive
Adjective
  • Marsh was a fearless critic, rarely holding back even with his most caustic and controversial views.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Disappointment has been the overriding theme of McGregor’s public life since his championship heyday, which ended with an emphatic, caustic loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018.
    — Mark Puleo, New York Times, 12 July 2026
Definition of caustic

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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidic. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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