Find Synonyms

sourish Synonyms

Another word for sourish

Choosing another word for sourish depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Somewhat sour or slightly acidic in taste or smell.

Usage Example

"The unripe plums had a subacid flavor that made a better filling for a sweetened tart than a raw snack."

Strongest
subacid
acidulous
Strong
tart
tangy
vinegary

• adjective (Context 2)

Slightly ill-tempered, sullen, or disagreeable in mood or expression.

Usage Example

"He offered only a peevish smile when his rival won the promotion."

Strong
peevish
sullen
grumpy
dour
crabby

Opposites of sourish

The opposite of sourish shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

sweetish
cheerful
sweet
pleasant
genial
sugary
amiable
See all opposites of sourish

Cite this Entry


Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Sourish. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/sourish
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Dictionary & Reference
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.