ACRID


Meaning of ACRID in English

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

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.