Acerbic
adjectiveGREHard
Definition
sharp and forthright in speech or manner
Example Usage
"His acerbic wit made people uncomfortable."
Synonyms
causticsharpbitingharsh
Antonyms
mildgentle
Tags
#gre#adjective#gre#hard
How to Use "Acerbic"
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Context
This word is commonly used in GRE contexts. It's a hard level word.
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In Writing
Use "Acerbic" to make your writing more precise. It works well in formal and academic contexts.
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Remember
Associate "Acerbic" with its synonyms: caustic, sharp, biting. This helps with recall.
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