tangy

[ tang-ee ]

adjective

, tang·i·er, tang·i·est.

1. having a tang.

tangy

/ ˈtæŋɪ /

adjective

1. having a pungent, fresh, or briny flavour or aroma

   a tangy sea breeze

Other Words From

• tangi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of tangy¹

First recorded in 1870–75; tang ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

The brackish, mineral flavors of the oysters are complemented perfectly by the tangy, nutty, earthy artichokes.

From Salon

On the box, the burgers - made from fava bean and pea protein - are described as "succulent and tangy" and "with an American style mustard and gherkin melt".

From BBC

The slices of cheese are layered in between the two patties and the “tangy McDonald's sauce” is coated on the top bun.

From Salon

A buttery, toasty baguette is topped with a few jammy eggs, some tangy, salty white anchovies, and a pile of freshly chopped parsley and finished with a sprinkling of slightly spicy Aleppo pepper.

From Salon

A garlicky, creamy yogurt sauce spiked with even more za’atar would add a tangy, zippy flourish right at the end.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• appetizing
• aromatic
• flavorful
• peppery
• piquant
• pungent
• salty
• seasoned
• sweet
• tasty
• zesty