vinegary

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synonyms for vinegary

On this page you'll find 345 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to vinegary, such as: acerb, acerbic, acidulous, acrid, bitter, and harsh.

How to use vinegary in a sentence

  • I am weary of retired colonels with port-stained faces, and vinegary old maids, and unctuous canons.

  • It was astonishing what a sudden change came over her rather vinegary face as she recognized Max.

    Chums of the Camp Fire | Lawrence J. Leslie
  • A vinegary old maid in the future—it would be all her own fault, and that of her mother's ridiculous vanity and indulgence.'

    The Crooked Stick | Rolf Boldrewood
  • There was one vinegary old maid to whom he applied who gave me a cold chill.

    Step Lively! | George Niblo

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