sourness

Definitions

The quality or state of having an acid or sharp taste.

A feeling of resentment, bitterness, or ill temper.

Examples

The sourness of the lemon made my lips pucker instantly.

She added a touch of honey to the dressing to balance out the sourness of the vinegar.

There was a lingering sourness in his tone that suggested he was still upset about the argument.

Synonyms

acidity tartness tanginess sharpness acrimony bitterness acridity

Antonyms

sweetness sugaryness mellowness mildness lusciousness gentleness pleasantness