Tannic (Adjective)
Meaning
Derived from tannin.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The wine had a dry, tannic finish that left my mouth feeling puckered.
- A sip of the young Cabernet Sauvignon revealed its bold, tannic flavor profile.
- Tannic tea, with its bitter aftertaste, is not everyone's cup of tea.
- Some tea varieties, such as green tea, can be particularly tannic when brewed incorrectly.
- Tannic notes of the dark roast coffee overpowered its rich flavor and left me underwhelmed.