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- Dictionaryacerbic/əˈsəːbɪk/
adjective
- 1. (especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright: "his acerbic wit" Similar Opposite
- 2. tasting sour or bitter. archaic, technical Similar Opposite
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ACERBIC definition: 1. used to describe something that is spoken or written in a way that is direct, clever, and cruel…. Learn more.
The meaning of ACERBIC is sharply or bitingly critical, sarcastic, or ironic in temper, mood, or tone. How to use acerbic in a sentence. Did you know?
ACERBIC meaning: 1. used to describe something that is spoken or written in a way that is direct, clever, and cruel…. Learn more.
acerbic. (əsɜːʳbɪk ) adjective. Acerbic humour is critical and direct. [formal] He was acclaimed for his acerbic wit and repartee. His lyrics are as acerbic and poignant as they ever have been. More Synonyms of acerbic. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.
If you say something acerbic, or harshly bitter, to someone, it can leave a bitter taste in your own mouth that lingers, and the acerbic, or acidic, words can eat away at the person on the receiving end too.
Acerbic definition: sour or astringent in taste. See examples of ACERBIC used in a sentence.
Definition of acerbic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.