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acerbic

adjective

/əˈsɜːrbɪk/

Meaning

sharp, harsh, or bitter in tone or taste

His acerbic comments offended many people in the meeting.

acerbic wit

sharp, biting, harsh, caustic, bitter

gentle, mild, kind

acerbic tone, acerbic remark, acerbic wit, acerbic personality

Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.

Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

able to be considered or thought about

Owing gratitude or money to someone; obligated.

relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn