Acidulous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈsɪdjʊləs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Acidulous is an adjective meaning Slightly sour; subacid; sourish.
Meaning
Slightly sour; subacid; sourish.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Sharp; caustic.
- Containing carbonic acid.
Example Sentences
acidulous mineral waters
the hard, acidulous, metallic tincture of the spring
He talked with acidulous tolerance of the exalted personages who had sent Ashenden to X.
Synonyms for acidulous
Depending on context, synonyms include sour, acidulent, acidic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include acidulent, acidic, sour, subacidulous, subacid, acetous.
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