Acid

4 lettersnounmoderate

Updated February 2026

Definition

A chemical substance with a pH less than 7, typically corrosive or sour-tasting. Can also refer to a sharp, harsh quality.

“Lemon juice contains citric acid.”

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Contains vowels A and I, common consonants C and D.

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Worth 7 points, good for using C in tight spots.

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