What is another word for Malic?

Pronunciation: [mˈalɪk] (IPA)

Malic is an adjective that describes something that is sour, tart, or acidic in taste. There are many synonyms that can be used to describe the same taste, such as acidulous, sharp, tangy, piquant, zesty, biting, and acerbic. Acidulous suggests a mild and pleasant sourness, while sharp is more intense and biting. Tangy is used to describe the sharpness of fruit flavors, while piquant and zesty describe a more complex and spicy acidity. Biting and acerbic have a negative connotation, suggesting a harsh and unpleasant sourness. Regardless of the word chosen, all these synonyms point to the same taste sensation that characterizes Malic flavors.

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    • Noun, singular or mass
      Malate.

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Usage examples for Malic

The fruit contained the Malic acid I needed to manufacture the calomel, and I made it right there in nature's own laboratory.
"Master Tales of Mystery, Volume 3"
Collected and Arranged by Francis J. Reynolds
Malic and citric acid blended with sugar, produce the pleasant flavour of the gooseberry; and upon the proper development of these properties depends the success of all cooking operations with which they are connected.
"The Book of Household Management"
Mrs. Isabella Beeton
The Malic acid of the apples had dissolved the lead, and it remained in solution in the cider.
"Grain and Chaff from an English Manor"
Arthur H. Savory

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