sourish

adjective

Definition of sourishnext
as in acidic
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids real French Chablis is going to taste sourish to someone who's had only the jug wine marketed under that name

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sourish
  1. acidic
  2. acid
  3. sour
Adjective
  • Common culprits are hot, cold, sweet, or acidic foods and drinks.
    — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Clean granite with mild dish soap, warm water, and a soft cloth; avoid acidic cleaners like vinegar or lemon.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of acidic
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
  • If your mouth puckers, the dressing is too sour, and if there’s no burn at all, there’s probably too much fat.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • For fans who missed the combination of tropical sweetness and a sour-candy kick, the creamy drink likely won’t disappoint.
    — Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of sour
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“Sourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sourish. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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