CEFR B2

acidic

adjective

Meaning

Having the properties of an acid, typically characterized by a sour taste, corrosive nature, and a pH value less than 7.

Examples

The soil in this region is very acidic, which is why certain plants struggle to grow here.
After drinking the orange juice, she noticed an acidic taste lingering in her mouth.

Synonyms: sour, tart, corrosive, acidulous

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acidic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈsɪdɪk/

Definition

Having the properties of an acid, typically characterized by a sour taste, corrosive nature, and a pH value less than 7.

Examples

The soil in this region is very acidic, which is why certain plants struggle to grow here.
After drinking the orange juice, she noticed an acidic taste lingering in her mouth.
Many cleaning products are highly acidic and should be handled with care.

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