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    ACERB

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     I. (adjective) 

    Comparative and superlative

    Comparative: acerber  Listen to US pronunciation  Listen to GB pronunciation

    Superlative: acerbest  Listen to US pronunciation  Listen to GB pronunciation

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    Harsh or corrosive in toneplay

    Example:

    a vitriolic critique

    Synonyms:

    acerb; acerbic; acid; acrid; bitter; blistering; caustic; sulfurous; sulphurous; virulent; vitriolic

    Classified under:

    Adjectives

    Similar:

    unpleasant (offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness)

    Sense 2

    Meaning:

    Sour or bitter in tasteplay

    Synonyms:

    acerb; acerbic; astringent

    Classified under:

    Adjectives

    Similar:

    sour (having a sharp biting taste)

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