acidity

/əkˈsɪdɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

A measure of the amount of hydrogen ions in a solution or a state of being acidic.

“The acidity of the soil was too high for the plants to grow.”

2. noun

The state or quality of being acidic.

“The acidity of the lemon juice made it difficult to drink.”

3. noun

A condition or quality characterized by excessive acidity.

“The patient had to manage her condition of acidity in the stomach.”

4. noun

The quality of being sour or having a sharp, piercing taste.

“The acidity of the wine made it undrinkable.”

5. noun

A measure or degree of acidity, especially in a solution.

“The acidity of the solution was measured with a pH meter.”

Synonyms

  • acridity
  • alkalinity
  • pH

Antonyms

  • alkalinity
  • basicity