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sourest

The correct spelling is sourest.

How to pronounce sourest

adjective

Say it like: Sow-res-t

The correct spelling is sourest. Having an acidic, sharp or tangy taste. For example: "Lemons have a sour taste."

Usage Examples

Lemons have a sour taste.

Don't drink that milk; it's turned sour.

His sour breath makes it unpleasing to talk to him.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having an acidic, sharp or tangy taste.
  2. 2.Made rancid by fermentation, etc.
  3. 3.Tasting or smelling rancid.
  4. 4.(of a person's character) Peevish or bad-tempered.
  5. 5.(of soil) Excessively acidic and thus infertile.

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