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Definition of tanginess

tanginess

/ˈtæŋ.i.nəs/
tan · gi · ness
Adverb:tangily
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Adjective:tangy
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• noun

1

The quality of having a strong, sharp, and pleasantly acidic or piquant flavor or scent.

Example

"A squeeze of fresh lemon juice added just the right amount of tanginess to the rich cream sauce."

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• Rhymes for tanginess

• Nearby Words

tangibility
tangible
tangibly
tanginess
tangle
tangled
tangly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tanginess. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tanginess
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