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Meaning
sharp and unpleasant
- How to Memorize
- acrid - bitter
- Analysis
The word ‘acrid’ is generally used to express a smell or taste that is unpleasantly pungent enough to sting the nose or throat. However, it can also be used in a formal way to describe a person’s angry or sharp tone or demeanour.
- Example(s)
As the fire grew in intensity, acrid smoke began to pour from the building.
The acridity of his criticism shocked me. I didn’t expect it to be so vitriolic.
The food had an unpleasant odour and an acrid taste. I think something in it had gone off.
