Acid or Accid

Learn the correct spelling of "Acid" and avoid the misspelling "Accid".

Accid

Incorrect spelling - "Accid" is a wrong spelling and has no meaning.

"Accid" is a common misspelling of "Acid". Always use "Acid" when referring to the correct word.

Acid

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

"Acid means a chemical substance with a sour taste that can react with bases."

Definition of Acid

"Acid": "Acid means a chemical substance with a sour taste that can react with bases."

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Acid

  • corrosive
  • chemical
  • acidic substance

Usage Examples

"Correct:" Lemon contains natural acid.

"Correct:" Acid can dissolve metals.

"Correct:" Chemistry students study different types of acid.

"Correct:" The scientist measured the acid level.

"Incorrect:" Lemon contains natural accid.

"Incorrect:" Accid can dissolve metals.

"Incorrect:" Students study accid in chemistry.

"Incorrect:" The scientist measured the accid level.

Notes:

  • Only one 'c'.
  • Common in science, cooking, health, and chemistry.
  • Never spelled with double c.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling, Acid or Accid?

A: Acid is correct.

Q: Meaning of Acid?

A: A sour, reactive chemical substance.

Q: Why is Accid wrong?

A: It has no meaning and is never used in English.

Q: Synonyms?

A: Corrosive, chemical, acidic substance.

Q: Memory tip?

A: Think: ACID = A + CID (simple and short).

Summary

"Use Acid with one 'c'. ‘Accid’ is always wrong. Keep it simple—short word, simple spelling!"