Sourer: meaning, definitions and examples

taste quality

Sourer is a comparative form of the adjective 'sour,' which describes a sharp, acid taste often associated with certain foods like lemons or vinegar. This term can also be used to describe a person's mood or disposition when they are unpleasant or ill-tempered. The sour taste is one of the five primary tastes and is commonly found in natural foods. The word originates from the Old English 'sour,' meaning 'sour' or 'acid.'

acider, bitterer, more sour

Examples of usage

• The sourer the lemon, the more zest it adds to the dish.

• Her attitude became sourer after hearing the news.

• The milk tasted sourer than usual.

• I prefer the sourer varieties of yogurt.