C1adjectivescienceenvironment
US/əˈsɪd.ɪk/
UK/əˈsɪd.ɪk/
containing acid or having the qualities of an acid; sour
In context
Oceans are becoming more acidic as they absorb carbon dioxide from the air.
Tea plants grow best in slightly acidic soil on cool hillsides.
Lemon juice is acidic, so it can damage your teeth over time.
Words that go with acidic
adjective + noun
- acidic soilBlueberries need acidic soil to grow well.
- acidic waterCorals struggle to build their skeletons in acidic water.
- acidic foodsThe doctor told him to avoid acidic foods like tomatoes and oranges.
- acidic conditionsFew fish can survive such acidic conditions.
adverb + adjective
- slightly acidicRainwater is naturally slightly acidic.
- highly acidicWater flowing out of the old mine is highly acidic.