Astringency

Synonyms of astringency

• bitterness
• acridity
• harshness

Antonyms of astringency

• gentleness
• mildness
• softness

Collocations of astringency

high astringency

Frequency: 70 %

The wine had a high astringency that left a dry feeling in the mouth.

mild astringency

Frequency: 60 %

The apple had a mild astringency that added a subtle complexity to its flavor.

lingering astringency

Frequency: 50 %

The coffee had a lingering astringency that persisted long after each sip.

harsh astringency

Frequency: 40 %

The tea had a harsh astringency that made it difficult to drink.

Idiomatic Expressions for astringency

• Phrase: cut through the astringency
  Meaning: to lessen or balance out the dryness or bitterness in something
  Usage: Adding a touch of sweetness to the dish helped cut through the astringency of the sauce.