Definition

The quality of being sour or having a sharp taste, often associated with substances like vinegar or citrus fruits.

Example

The acidness of the lemon made it a refreshing addition to the drink.

Conversation

Have you tried that new lemon drink at the cafe?

Yeah, I did! It's got a nice acidness to it that makes it refreshing.

I really liked how it balanced the sweetness with the acidness.

Exactly! It’s the perfect drink for a hot day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acidness is formed from "acid" (from Latin "acidus", meaning sour or sharp) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "acidness" refers to the quality or state of being acid or sour.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'acid' which means something sour, and remember that 'acidness' describes the quality of being sour.

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