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What is another word for Lemony? – 113 Lemony Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    sour tangy acidic citrusy sharp pungent biting snappy crisp zesty zingy flavorful fragrant aromatic piquant savory salty bitter astringent harsh rough coarse tart acerbic caustic corrosive piercing penetrating intense strong potent robust

    Meaning of Lemony

    The primary meaning of the word "Lemony" is related to the flavor or scent of lemons.

    Definitions

    • Having a flavor or scent similar to that of lemons
    • * Resembling or suggestive of lemons in taste, smell, or character

    Etymology of Lemony

    The word "Lemony" is derived from the noun "lemon", which has its roots in the Arabic word "limah" or "limun", referring to the citrus fruit
    The term "Lemony" has been used in English since the 17th century to describe things that have a flavor, scent, or character reminiscent of lemons

    Example Uses

    • The lemony flavor of the dessert was refreshing and tangy
    • * The air was filled with the sweet, lemony scent of blooming flowers
    • * The chef added a lemony zing to the sauce with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    sweet mild bland insipid dull flat stale musty foul rancid putrid rotten decayed fetid nauseating disgusting repulsive repugnant unpleasant unpalatable

    Related Nouns

    lemon citrus fruit juice peel zest pulp seed tree branch leaf flower blossom aroma flavor scent fragrance perfume essence extract

    Related Verbs

    squeeze juice extract press strain filter mix blend stir combine add sprinkle drizzle pour infuse steep simmer boil reduce

    Related Adjectives

    citrusy sour tart acidic sharp pungent biting snappy crisp zesty zingy flavorful fragrant aromatic piquant savory salty bitter astringent harsh rough coarse