acerbity

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsɜːrbəti/

Definition

Sharpness or bitterness in speech, manner, or temperament.

Examples

• She was surprised by the acerbity of his response to her simple question.

• The political debate was marked by an unusual degree of acerbity from both candidates.

• Despite his outward acerbity, he was known to be a deeply compassionate man in private.

Synonyms of acerbity

Words with a similar meaning to acerbity:

• sharpness
• bitterness
• causticity
• acrimony

Antonyms of acerbity

Words with the opposite meaning to acerbity:

• sweetness
• mildness

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