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Acerbic

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Definition

Acerbic means expressing sharp or critical commentary or criticism in a clever or witty way.

Synonyms & similar words

caustic vitriolic acerb astringent sulphurous acrid acid blistering virulent bitter sulfurous sarcastic cutting caustic acidic tart scathing scornful sardonic biting mordant pungent acerb astringent sour sharp cynical ironic satirical critical hostile

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