Synonyms of vinegary

vinegary

adjective

ˈvi-ni-g(ə-)rē 

as in acidic

causing or characterized by the one of the basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids

vinegary potato salad

Synonyms & Similar Words

• acidic
• acid
• sour
• tart
• acidulous
• sourish
• tangy
• dry
• soured
• pungent
• unsweetened
• tartish
• zesty
• astringent
• zestful
• zingy
• puckery
• sharp
• hyperacid

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sweet
• smooth
• bland
• flat
• thin
• insipid
• tasteless
• weak
• watery
• dilute
• flavorless
• savorless
• zestless

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vinegary

The first is pique, a sharp, vinegary hot sauce that throbs with the heat of Thai chiles. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

But while the actor has been known to dabble in more neutral hues of the shimmering effect, this new shade is a vibrant, vinegary departure. — Marci Robin, Allure, 9 July 2026

The vinegary vegetables were far too acidic and spicy for the wine, which tasted flat and bitter alongside the giardiniera. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 21 June 2026

In fact, there was very little that the salt air and a bag of vinegary chips couldn't fix. — Emma Clarke, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026