Dictionary Check: sour

"sour" is a valid word!

Scrabble 4 points
Words with Friends 5 points

Definition

adjective

smelling of fermentation or staleness

Synonyms:
adjective

having a sharp biting taste

Antonyms:
adjective

one of the four basic taste sensations; like the taste of vinegar or lemons

adjective

in an unpalatable state

Example: "sour milk"
Synonyms:
adjective

inaccurate in pitch

Example: "a false (or sour) note"
Synonyms:
adjective

showing a brooding ill humor

Example: "a dark scowl"

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