Synonyms for Astringent

Definition of astringent

adjective
  1. sour or bitter in taste
  2. tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue; "astringent cosmetic lotions"
noun
  1. a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "astringent"

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"Astringent" in song lyrics

See how astringent is used in real songs:

  • "Yet hopefully clean streams be an astringent"
    CunninLynguists — What'll You Do?
  • "acnedote astringent"
    AOL — AOL

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