Acidic: meaning, definitions and examples

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acidic

[ əˈsɪdɪk ]

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chemistry

Having a pH of less than 7; sour or sharp in taste.

Synonyms

bitter, sharp, sour, tart

Examples of usage

The vinegar has an acidic taste.
Lemons are known for their acidic nature.
The rain became acidic due to pollution in the air.

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figurative

Having a sharp or biting quality, like acid in its effect.

Synonyms

acerbic, biting, caustic, cutting

Examples of usage

Her acidic remarks offended many.
The comedian's acidic humor kept the audience entertained.

Translations

Translations of the word "acidic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ácido

🇮🇳 अम्लीय

🇩🇪 sauer

🇮🇩 asam

🇺🇦 кислий

🇵🇱 kwaśny

🇯🇵 酸性の (さんせいの)

🇫🇷 acide

🇪🇸 ácido

🇹🇷 asitli

🇰🇷 산성의 (산성)

🇸🇦 حمضي

🇨🇿 kyselý

🇸🇰 kyslý

🇨🇳 酸的 (suān de)

🇸🇮 kisel

🇮🇸 súrt

🇰🇿 қышқыл

🇬🇪 მჟავე

🇦🇿 turş

🇲🇽 ácido

Word origin

The word 'acidic' comes from the Latin word 'acidus', meaning sour. The concept of acidity has been recognized since ancient times, with early scientists and alchemists studying the properties of acids. In modern chemistry, acidity is measured on the pH scale, with acidic substances having a pH lower than 7. The term 'acidic' is commonly used in chemistry, cooking, and figurative language to describe sharpness or sourness.