acidic

• Bezeichnet einen Stoff, der Säureeigenschaften hat, zum Beispiel einen sauren Geschmack oder einen pH-Wert unter 7. Auch im übertragenen Sinn für scharf oder beißend verwendbar.

Describes a substance that has the properties of an acid, such as a sour taste or a pH level below 7.

1. Having a low pHB2formalscientific

   Describes a substance that contains acid or has a pH level lower than 7.

   Sauer

   • Lemon juice is highly acidic.
   • The soil in this region is too acidic for most crops.
   • Acidic solutions can corrode certain metals.

   Synonymeacid

   Antonymealkalinebasic

2. Sour tasteB1formal

   Having a sharp, sour, or tangy flavor, like that of vinegar or citrus fruit.

   Säuerlich

   • The wine had an acidic aftertaste.
   • These green apples are quite acidic.
   • The sauce was too acidic and needed some sugar.

   Synonymeacerbicacetousacidsharpsourtangytartvinegary

   Antonymeblandmildsweet