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ACERB

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Acerb.

Acerb - as an adjective satellite

Sour or bitter in taste

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerbicastringent

Harsh or corrosive in tone

Example: "An acerbic tone piercing otherwise flowery prose"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerbicacidacridbitterblisteringcausticsulfuroussulphurousvirulentvitriolic

Acerb - as an adjective

Sour, bitter, and harsh to the taste, as unripe fruit.

Sharp and harsh in expressing oneself.

Example Sentences

"Her acerb remark offended everyone in the room."
"The journalist's acerb criticism of the government drew widespread attention."
"His acerb wit made him popular as a stand-up comedian."
"The acerb tone of the letter conveyed the author's frustration."
"The professor's acerb feedback on my paper made me reevaluate my approach."
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Word Game Points

Is ACERB a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acerb is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ACERB has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is ACERB a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acerb is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ACERB has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ACERB a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acerb is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACERB has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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