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Definition of vinegary

vinegary

/ˈvɪn.ə.ɡɚ.i/
vin · e · gar · y
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• adjective

1

Having a sour, sharp taste or smell like that of vinegar.

Example

"The uncorked bottle of red wine had been sitting on the counter for a week and tasted distinctly vinegary."

2

Sour, bad-tempered, or disagreeable in disposition or manner.

Example

"The critic was known for his vinegary disposition and harsh, unforgiving reviews."

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• Nearby Words

vine
vine snake
vinegar
vinegary
vinelike
vineyard
vinkovci

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the noun 'vinegar' plus the suffix '-y'. 'Vinegar' entered Middle English via Old French 'vinaigre', literally meaning 'sour wine', from 'vin' (wine) and 'aigre' (sour).

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