acidic

adjective

acid·​ic ə-ˈsi-dik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
a-
1
: acid-forming
2
: 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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In oxygen-rich soil, microbes thrive, contributing to decay, and acidic pH levels erode natural materials like leather. Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 12 July 2025 The sharp, slightly sour sauce brought the fries back to life with an acidic, satisfying kick. Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025 Plants gown in a slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5 will have a mix of purple hues. Dr. Nick Goltz, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2025 My espresso is strong this morning, acidic… my stomach tightens, caffeine coursing in my blood. Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for acidic

Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of acidic was in 1866

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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidic. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

acidic

adjective
acid·​ic ə-ˈsid-ik How to pronounce acidic (audio)
a-
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid

Medical Definition

acidic

adjective
acid·​ic ə-ˈsid-ik, a- How to pronounce acidic (audio)
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid

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