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acidic

[uh-sid-ik] / əˈsɪd ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
containing acid
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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The molecule absorbs light and, in acidic conditions, captures a proton from its surroundings.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026

“The oranges are Riverland oranges from South Australia and add a fruity and slightly acidic flavor to the rich jus,” he says.

From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026

In the Appalachian region stretching through the US state of West Virginia, the reddish water flowing out of retired coal mines is acidic, full of heavy metals and toxic for the environment.

From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026

Conversely, Tina Fey and the writing staff of “The Four Seasons” have been using Domingo’s Danny as, among other things, a brutally effective vehicle to deploy acidic one-liners.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

The girls were always whispering and putting on the lipstick, pinching their cheeks and ringing my ears with their acidic giggling.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper




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