Definitions for acidity
əˈsɪd ɪ tiacid·i·ty

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. sourness, sour, aciditynoun

   the property of being acidic

2. acidity, acidulousnessnoun

   the taste experience when something acidic is taken into the mouth

3. aciditynoun

   pH values below 7

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. aciditynoun

   The quality or state of being acid

2. aciditynoun

   The quality of sour; sourness; tartness; sharpness to the taste, as in the acidity of lemon juice.

   Empty stomachs lead to acidity and leave a sour taste in the mouth.

3. aciditynoun

   Excessive acid quality, as in gastric secretions.

4. Etymology: From acidité, from aciditātem, accusative singular of aciditas, from acidus. See acid.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Aciditynoun

   The quality of being acid; an acid taste; sharpness; sourness.

   Etymology: from acid.

   Fishes, by the help of a dissolvent liquor, corrode and reduce their meats, skin, bones, and all, into a chylus or cremor; and yet this liquor manifests nothing of acidity to the taste. John Ray, on the Creation.

   When the taste of the mouth is bitter, it is a sign of a redundance of a bilious alkali, and demands a quite different diet from the case of acidity or sourness. John Arbuthnot, on Aliments.

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1. acidity

   Acidity refers to the level of acid in substances such as water, soil, gases, or wine. It is usually measured on a scale known as the pH scale, where lower numbers indicate a higher level of acidity. In a biological or chemical context, acidity can also refer to the condition of being rich in hydronium ions (H3O+ ions), or having a high concentration of hydrogen ions, which determines the reactivity of a substance. Acidity can also affect taste and sensation, causing a sour or tart flavor.

2. acidity

   Acidity refers to the characteristic of substances that have a pH level less than 7. It is a measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. Acidity often results in a sour taste and can cause substances to change color when it comes in contact with an indicator. It also has the ability to corrode certain materials and can carry out certain chemical reactions that are characterized by the donation of protons or hydrogen ions.

3. acidity

   Acidity refers to the level of acid present in a substance, typically measured by the pH scale. It can also refer to the characteristic of substances that exhibit the properties of an acid, including the ability to donate a hydrogen ion or proton (H+), react with a base to form a salt and water, and have a sour taste. Higher levels of acidity often result in a lower pH value. In environmental context, acidity can influence the health of plants and animals.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Aciditynoun

   the quality of being sour; sourness; tartness; sharpness to the taste; as, the acidity of lemon juice

2. Etymology: [L. acidites, fr. acidus: cf. F. acidit. See Acid.]

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1. Acidity

   Acidity is a dystopian cyber novelette written by eccentric Pakistani journalist and writer, Nadeem F. Paracha. Written exclusively for the website Chowk.com in 2003, it has gone on to become a controversial cult favorite among many young Pakistanis and Indians.

Matched Categories

1. • PH
   • Sour
   • Taste Property

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Anagrams for acidity »

1. adicity

How to pronounce acidity?

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How to say acidity in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of acidity in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of acidity in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of acidity in a Sentence

1. Eva Longoria:

   The sweetness of this bright purple beet puree balances the tomatoes’ acidity.

2. Justin Wang:

   Between 2013 and 2017, there were numerous phreatic eruptions that influx toxic metals, extreme acidity, and heat to the lake, but nevertheless we saw some of the same microorganisms in the same environment.

3. Andreas Wickhoff:

   If you smell these wines they still have this purity of fruits. There is acidity there, there are refreshing elements in these wines (that) will absolutely be an enjoyment.

4. Eva Longoria:

   Look at this! Is that not the most beautiful combination of tomatoes you’ve ever seen? the sweetness of this bright purple beet puree balances the tomatoes’ acidity.

5. Patricia Kolesa:

   I believe people should be worried about the acidity of vinegar when consumed in excess, especially if they have specific conditions that require them to limit intake of acidic foods and drinks like IBS, IBD, gastritis, diverticulitis GERD, weight loss surgery, etc..

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=acidity
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Acidity
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=acidity
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidity
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=acidity
7. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=acidity