adjective
- harsh or severe in manner, speech, or temper; sharply critical
Examples
- The critic’s acerbic review destroyed the playwright’s confidence.
- Her acerbic wit made her both feared and admired at dinner parties.
- The professor was known for his acerbic comments about student work.
- Despite his acerbic exterior, he was actually quite caring.
- The comedian’s acerbic humor wasn’t appreciated by everyone.
- She delivered an acerbic response to his thoughtless remark.