acidic

adjective

acid·ic ə-ˈsi-dik

Synonyms of acidic next

: acid-forming

: acid

Examples of acidic in a Sentence

The soil in our garden is very acidic. the acidic water of a polluted lake

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For You, Too An additional reason for elevating your chicken soup with lemon rather than other acidic ingredients is the health benefits. —

Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024 They are made by adding an acidic compound to creatine to help creatine absorb better and provide other nutrients that support sports performance. —

Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Oct. 2024 Pairing hot peppers with acidic ingredients, like lime juice or vinegar, or with dairy, can neutralize some of that jalapeño heat. —

Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024 This microbe is more often associated with the harsh, acidic environmental conditions of the Antarctic soil. —

Laurie Winkless, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for acidic