as in to anger
to cause to change from friendly or loving to unfriendly or uncaring
a misunderstanding that soured their relationship for a long time
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in acidic
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids
the sour candy made our mouths all wrinkly inside
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in unpleasant
not giving pleasure to the mind or senses
you'll have to face up to the sour truth of the matter
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in unacceptable
falling short of a standard
things started off well, but now it's all gone sour
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of sour
Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Their relationship later soured and resulted in the Hollywood standoff on Nov. 6, 2021, when Ephron said Rocky first pulled a gun on him.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2024
Justin Williams, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
But things turned sour when the two were meddling around with each other’s finances.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for sour 
Verb
But apparently, something happened behind the scenes to sour their feelings on each other.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Their relationship later soured and resulted in the Hollywood standoff on Nov. 6, 2021, when Ephron said Rocky first pulled a gun on him.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Line: Texas Tech -3.5 UCF (4-6, 2-5) at West Virginia (5-5, 4-3), 3:30 p.m., ESPNU
Both teams still have a shot at bowl eligibility and are hoping to end disappointing seasons on a less sour note.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
But things turned sour when the two were meddling around with each other’s finances.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for sour
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sour
Verb
-
Many developing countries were angered by the modest deal on climate crisis financing that emerged by consensus from the Azerbaijan talks.Hiroko Tabuchi, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
-
This angered Sonny, and the two couldn’t wait for their performance to end.Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
Conditions Triggered by Acidic Food Several conditions can be triggered by acidic foods.Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
-
Other helpful adaptations include a featherless head to stay clean during feeding and a highly acidic digestive system to kill harmful bacteria.Ramon Padilla, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
Especially at maximum volume, the speakers have a harsh quality that’s unpleasant to listen to for long.PCMAG, PCMAG, 27 Nov. 2024
-
While fermentation is essential for distillation, a secondary fermentation can lead to unpleasant tastes, off aromas, and the creation of methyl alcohol.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
Not holding my breath for Mike Johnson or Elise Stefanik to state the obvious that this is unacceptable, dangerous, & shameful.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
-
An American president who thinks strategically would likely conclude that the risks and costs associated with tariffs-as-a-tactic would be remarkably high, if not unacceptable.Samuel Gregg, National Review, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
-
In ever more apocalyptic language, Trump has sought to unify his MAGA movement with strongman pledges to defend Americans from millions of hostile foreigners seeking to storm the country and to root out enemy aliens within.Julia Preston, Foreign Affairs, 25 Oct. 2024
-
The film follows a ragtag group of actors (played by Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, among other stars) from an ‘80s sci-fi series who aliens unexpectedly abduct during a convention appearance.Matt Juul, BostonGlobe.com, 7 July 2023
Adjective
-
Fluoride also replaces minerals lost from teeth due to acid breakdown, according to the agency.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2024
-
Magnesium interferes with bisphosphonates used for osteoporosis, antibiotics, diuretics, and proton pump inhibitors used for acid reflux.8 Potassium: The kidneys regulate potassium levels.Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
Anyone who requires evidence need only look at Steve Cooper, who found to his detriment that crossing the bitter East Midlands divide from Nottingham Forest to Leicester City was an insurmountable task.Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
-
Cooking with beer concentrates its flavors, amplifying any bitter notes.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
Using the wrong product might harm your mattress and could even void its warranty.Heather Cruickshank, SELF, 23 Nov. 2024
-
Global Breakout: Argo-esque Czech Oscar entry Waves is proving doubters wrong at the Box Office, Nancy writes.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near sour
Cite this Entry
“Sour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sour. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share