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ACERBIC
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Harsh or corrosive in tone
Example:
a vitriolic critique
Synonyms:
acerb; acerbic; acid; acrid; bitter; blistering; caustic; sulfurous; sulphurous; virulent; vitriolic
Classified under:
Similar:
unpleasant (offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness)
Derivation:
acerbity (a rough and bitter manner)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Sour or bitter in taste
Synonyms:
acerb; acerbic; astringent
Classified under:
Similar:
sour (having a sharp biting taste)
Derivation:
acerbity (a sharp sour taste)
