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"acid":
- Word Definition:
- Noun: A chemical substance with a pH less than 7, typically having a sour taste, the ability to turn blue litmus paper red, and the ability to react with bases and certain metals to form salts.
- Adjective: Having properties of an acid; sour in taste.
- Synonyms:
- Noun:
- Sour
- Chemical
- Corrosive
- Tart
- Vinegary
- Adjective:
- Sour
- Tart
- Acidic
- Bitter
- Astringent
- Noun:
- Base
- Alkali
- Neutral
- Adjective:
- Alkaline
- Neutral
- Noun:
- Example Sentences:
- Lemon juice contains citric acid, giving it a sour taste.
- The scientist tested the substance using litmus paper to determine whether it was an acid or a base.
- Battery cells often contain sulfuric acid to facilitate energy production.
- The chef used balsamic vinegar to add an acidic flavor to the salad dressing.
- Rainwater can become acidic due to the absorption of pollutants from the atmosphere.
"sour":
- Word Definition:
- Adjective: Having a taste characteristic of acidity, like that of lemon juice or vinegar.
- Adjective: Having a resentful, disagreeable, or unpleasant attitude or disposition.
- Verb: To make or become sour in taste.
- Synonyms:
- Adjective (Taste):
- Tart
- Acidic
- Bitter
- Astringent
- Sharp
- Adjective (Attitude):
- Unpleasant
- Disagreeable
- Resentful
- Hostile
- Bitter
- Verb:
- Spoil
- Ferment
- Acidify
- Turn
- Curdle
- Adjective (Taste):
- Sweet
- Mild
- Mellow
- Adjective (Attitude):
- Pleasant
- Agreeable
- Amiable
- Verb:
- Sweeten
- Improve
- Enhance
- Adjective (Taste):
- Example Sentences:
- The milk had gone sour, so she decided not to use it in her coffee.
- His sour expression indicated his displeasure with the outcome of the meeting.
- The unripe fruit tasted extremely sour due to its high acidity.
- The relationship between the two colleagues turned sour after a series of disagreements.
- Adding a bit of vinegar can sour the broth, giving it a unique and tangy flavor.
"tart":
- Word Definition:
- Noun: A baked dish consisting of a filling, typically sweet or savory, over a pastry base with an open top.
- Adjective: Having a sharp, pungent taste; pleasantly acidic.
- Synonyms:
- Noun:
- Pie
- Pastry
- Quiche
- Flan
- Pudding
- Adjective:
- Sour
- Tangy
- Zesty
- Pungent
- Astringent
- Noun:
- Cake
- Sweet
- Dessert
- Adjective:
- Sweet
- Mild
- Bland
- Noun:
- Example Sentences:
- The lemon tart was a delightful dessert with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
- The chef prepared a savory mushroom and cheese tart for the appetizer.
- The tart flavor of the green apples added a refreshing twist to the salad.
- She baked a delicious fruit tart for the family gathering, using a variety of berries.
- The bakery offered a selection of sweet and savory tarts with different fillings and toppings.
"vinegary":
- Word Definition:
- Adjective: Having the taste or smell of vinegar; sour or acrid.
- Synonyms:
- Sour
- Tart
- Acrid
- Acidic
- Pungent
- Sweet
- Mild
- Bland
- Example Sentences:
- The salad dressing had a vinegary kick, thanks to the addition of balsamic vinegar.
- She wrinkled her nose at the vinegary smell of pickles as she opened the jar.
- The chef used a vinegary marinade to enhance the flavor of the grilled vegetables.
- The coleslaw had a refreshing and vinegary taste that complemented the barbecue.
- The homemade ketchup had a unique and vinegary tang that set it apart from store-bought varieties.