
Acidic
Sour Taste
Use 'acidic' to describe foods or drinks with a sharp taste similar to lemon.
The acidic flavor of the vinaigrette complemented the salad.
Not Always Negative
'Acidic' isn't always bad. It can describe desirable flavors in food and beverages.
This wine has an enjoyably acidic note.
Physical Sensation
'Acidic' can imply a physical sensation in the mouth, like a tingle on the tongue.
After the sip, I felt an acidic sting on my tastebuds. Compare with
AcridAstringentBiteCorrosivePungentSharpSourTartVinegary
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