Definition

The quality of having a sharp, sour, or acidic taste.

Example

The tartness of the lemon made the pie very refreshing.

Conversation

Have you tried that new lemonade they sell at the cafe?

Not yet, but I heard it has a nice tartness to it.

Yeah, I love drinks with a bit of tartness to them.

Same here! It makes them so refreshing on a hot day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tartness → It is formed from "tart" (from Old French *tart*, meaning sharp or sour) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "tartness" refers to the quality of being sharp or sour in taste.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'tart' which means sharp or sour, and remember that 'tartness' describes the quality of having that sharp or sour taste.

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