lemony Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: L EH1 M AH0 N IY0
What Does Lemony Mean?
Lemony is used as an adjective meaning Resembling or characteristic of lemons, especially in terms of aroma, taste or colour. It can also mean Of or pertaining to lemons. (Can we add an example for this sense?).
Lemony: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | tart, sour and tangy |
| Comparative / superlative | lemonier, lemoniest |
Lemony Definition (Adjective)
- Resembling or characteristic of lemons, especially in terms of aroma, taste or colour.
The walls were painted a lemony yellow colour.
- Of or pertaining to lemons. (Can we add an example for this sense?)
Synonyms of Lemony
Lemony synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Lemony
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Lemony in a Sentence
The walls were painted a lemony yellow colour.
We were served a lemony cheesecake for dessert.
Word Forms & Grammar
lemony (comparative lemonier, superlative lemoniest)
Words That Rhyme With Lemony
Origin of Lemony
From lemon + -y.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemony
What part of speech is lemony?
Lemony is an adjective.
What is another word for lemony?
Close synonyms of lemony are tart, sour and tangy. See the full list of lemony synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of lemony?
The comparative form is lemonier and the superlative form is lemoniest.