acrid Meaning & Definition
What Does Acrid Mean?
Acrid is an adjective that means Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste. It can also mean Causing heat and irritation.
Acrid in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈæk.ɹɪd// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | acerbic, caustic and virulent |
| Comparative / superlative | acrider, acridest |
Acrid Definition (Adjective)
- Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
- Causing heat and irritation.
The bombardier beetle sprays acrid secretions to defend itself.
- Caustic; bitter; bitterly irritating.
That man has an acrid temper.
Synonyms of Acrid
Antonyms of Acrid
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Acrid in a Sentence
The bombardier beetle sprays acrid secretions to defend itself.
That man has an acrid temper.
Sodium polyacrylate is an acrid salt.
Word Forms & Grammar
acrid (comparative acrider or more acrid, superlative acridest or most acrid)
Origin of Acrid
From Latin ācer (“sharp”), genitive ācris; probably reshaped on the model of acid and other adjectives like rancid and fetid. Doublet of eager.
How Do You Say Acrid?
The standard pronunciation of acrid is //ˈæk.ɹɪd//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Acrid
What part of speech is acrid?
Acrid is an adjective.
What is another word for acrid?
Words with a similar meaning to acrid include acerbic, caustic and virulent. See the full list of acrid synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of acrid?
The comparative form is acrider and the superlative form is acridest.