SOUR-TASTING Synonyms

• being or containing an acid; of a solution having an excess of hydrogen atoms (having a pH of less than 7)

• being sour to the taste

• tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue

• a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

• sour or bitter in taste

• strong and sharp

• capable of wounding

• keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point

• having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing

• (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone

• a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

• a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point

• changing suddenly in direction and degree

• (of something seen or heard) clearly defined

• ending in a sharp point

• having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

• marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

• harsh

• having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

• dangerously steep

• very sudden and in great amount or degree

• quick and forceful

• tasting sour like a lemon

• tasting or smelling like vinegar

• having a sour disposition; ill-tempered

• having a sour acidic taste