acidity

noun

Meaning

The level of acid present in a substance, often measured on the pH scale.

Examples

The winemaker carefully monitored the acidity of the grapes to ensure a balanced flavor profile.
High soil acidity can prevent certain flowers from blooming properly in the garden.

Synonyms: sourness, tartness, pH level, causticity

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acidity

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsɪd.ə.ti/

Definition

The level of acid present in a substance, often measured on the pH scale.

Examples

The winemaker carefully monitored the acidity of the grapes to ensure a balanced flavor profile.
High soil acidity can prevent certain flowers from blooming properly in the garden.
Frequent consumption of soda can lead to increased acidity in the mouth, which may damage tooth enamel.

How to Use acidity

high acidity (collocation): a large amount of acid present — "The coffee has a high acidity that gives it a bright, citrusy finish."
reduce acidity (collocation): to lower the amount of acid — "Adding a pinch of baking soda can help reduce the acidity of the tomato sauce."

Synonyms of acidity

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Antonyms of acidity

Words with the opposite meaning to acidity:

alkalinity

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