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acidity

[ uh-sid-i-tee ]

noun

  1. the quality or state of being acid.
  2. sourness; tartness.
  3. excessive acid quality, as of the gastric juice.


acidity

/ əˈsɪdɪtɪ /

noun

  1. the quality or state of being acid
  2. the amount of acid present in a solution, often expressed in terms of pH
  3. another name for hyperacidity


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Other Words From

  • nona·cidi·ty noun
  • over·a·cidi·ty noun
  • prea·cidi·ty noun
  • super·a·cidi·ty noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of acidity1

From the Late Latin word aciditās, dating back to 1610–20. See acid, -ity

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Example Sentences

Soft tannins and good acidity carry it to a dry, lingering finish.

These cheeses are moderate in acidity, moisture, and fat content, making them perfect showrunners for fondue.

This brand also commits to flavor, scent, and significantly lower acidity, if that’s your speed.

Some vintners have worried about scorching summer heat, but cold summer nights helped most grapes keep balance and acidity.

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Expect rounder wines with less of that typical zingy acidity.

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But that wine, a balanced blend of supple fruit, focused acidity and sweet spice, was my wake-up call.

Northern Rhone whites are all about mouth feel and texture-not acidity like white Burgundies.

Cider boasts acidity and (generally) effervescence, both of which cleanse the palate and add brightness and lift to rich dishes.

Low acidity levels are often corrected with additives during the winemaking process.

In this streamlined recipe, the salmon is half cooked on the grill and then half-“cooked” by the acidity of lime juice.

Factors which favor an early deposit are high acidity, diminished urinary pigments, and excessive excretion of uric acid.

The total acidity is then determined, and the difference between the two determinations indicates the amount of organic acids.

The acidity of the lemon will, no doubt, increase also the coagulating power of any rennet to which it may be added.

"Well, of course the aim is to protect girls," Mrs. Bassett replied, conscious of a disconcerting acidity in her aunt's remark.

There was a slight acidity here; but the poor fellow was put out.

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