acerbo
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acerbo
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (literary) (very cruel or unpleasant)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
a. acerbic
Algunos críticos acerbos hicieron trizas la obra.Some acerbic critics tore the play to shreds.
b. harsh
Montero es un político duro, inmune a las críticas más acerbas.Montero is a tough politician, immune to the harshest criticism.
c. caustic
Todos admiran y temen el acerbo ingenio de la autora.Everyone admires and fears the author's caustic wit.
2. (literary) (tart)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
a. bitter
El sabor acerbo de la pólvora inundó la garganta del soldado.The bitter taste of gunpowder flooded the soldier's throat.
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