acerbic Meaning & Definition
/əˈsɜː(ɹ)bɪk/
What Does Acerbic Mean?
As an adjective, acerbic means Tasting sour or bitter. It can also mean Sharp, harsh, biting.
Acerbic in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈsɜː(ɹ)bɪk/ |
| Synonyms | sharp, caustic and virulent |
| Comparative / superlative | more acerbic, most acerbic |
Acerbic Definition (Adjective)
- Tasting sour or bitter.
- Sharp, harsh, biting.
Synonyms of Acerbic
sharpcausticvirulentacridvitriolicvenomousunpleasantacerbbittersoursulfurousblisteringastringentsulphurousacidacrimoniousscathing
Acerbic synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
acerbic (comparative more acerbic, superlative most acerbic)
Words That Rhyme With Acerbic
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Origin of Acerbic
Attested since the 17th century, from Latin acerbus (“sour, bitter”).
Common Questions About Acerbic
What part of speech is acerbic?
Acerbic is an adjective.
What is another word for acerbic?
You can replace acerbic with words such as sharp, caustic and virulent. See the full list of acerbic synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of acerbic?
The comparative form is more acerbic and the superlative form is most acerbic.