acidity
noun
Simple meaning
The quality or state of being acid.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
əˈsɪdəti
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Definition
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noun
The quality or state of being acid.
Sourness; tartness; sharpness to the taste.
pathology
Excessive acid quality, as in gastric secretions.
figurative
A caustic, sour, biting, or bitter quality.
Word at a Glance
- Frequency
- Uncommon
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This meaning: The quality or state of being acid.
'Acidity' refers to the quality or degree of being acid, often measured by pH. It's a more abstract noun than 'acid' and is commonly used when discussing taste, chemical properties, or environmental conditions. It pairs well with words like 'high,' 'low,' or 'level.'
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Food reviews
“The wine had a pleasant acidity, balancing its sweetness.”
Stomach issues
“I take antacids to reduce the acidity in my stomach.”
Water quality report
“The lake's high acidity affects fish populations negatively.”
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Related to The quality or state of being acid.
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Abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues.
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