What does astringent mean?
Astringent means A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood..
Astringent
/əˈstɹɪn.d͡ʒənt/ · noun
Meaning
A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood..
Definitions by Sense
- A substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
- Extremely sour, bitter.
- Sharp, caustic, severe.
- Causing a dry or puckering mouthfeel; characteristic of foods with high tannin content, such as certain kinds of berries and citrus fruits.
- (medicine) Having the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.
Example Sentences
Philip, who was made Duke of Edinburgh on the couple’s wedding, introduced a new, less stuffy, though as the years went on occasionally astringent, tone to the royal family.
Synonyms for astringent
Antonyms for astringent
Related Words
Word Forms
- astringents
- adstringent
- more astringent
- most astringent
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for astringent?
Common synonyms include smectic, sharp, acerbic, acerb.
What is the opposite of astringent?
Possible antonyms include nonastringent.
How do you use astringent in a sentence?
Philip, who was made Duke of Edinburgh on the couple’s wedding, introduced a new, less stuffy, though as the years went on occasionally astringent, tone to the royal family.
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