transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈa-krəd ]
adjective
Etymology: modification of Latin acr-, acer sharp — more at edge
Date: 1712
1. : sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
2. : deeply or violently bitter : acrimonious
an acrid denunciation
Synonyms: see caustic
• acrid·i·ty a-ˈkri-də-tē, ə- noun
• ac·rid·ly ˈa-krəd-lē adverb
• ac·rid·ness noun