Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for acerbic. Search instead for mauerbild.
Definitions

acerbic

[uh-sur-bik] / əˈsɜr bɪk /
ADJECTIVE
bitter, sharp, or sour
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

Remember, Trump can and does do warmth when he wants to, as well as acerbic.

From BBC Sep. 23, 2026

“Thanks for including me,” wrote Denise Dresser, known for her acerbic anti-government columns.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

Munn’s acerbic, ambitious Levitt is a woman from humble beginnings who marries into wealth, only to become a social pariah after a sinister plot involving her husband is revealed.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 6, 2026

Australia's acerbic media did not hold back in their criticism, citing selection "stuff-ups" and "shambolic" preparations, including a 3-0 pre-tournament series loss in Pakistan, for the embarrassment.

From Barron's Feb. 20, 2026

But there was no evidence that Lombardy, known for his acerbic tongue, was antagonistic toward Bobby.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




Vocabulary lists containing acerbic


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training