Acerbically: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ก๏ธ
acerbically
[ ษหsษหrbษชkli ]
tone of voice
Acerbically refers to speaking in a sharp or bitter manner. When someone communicates acerbically, they often express criticism in a way that is cutting or harsh. This term often describes a tone that is not just critical but also laced with sarcasm or irony. Such communication can sometimes alienate others, leading to misunderstandings or conflicts. Acerbic remarks may contain a kernel of truth but are delivered in a stinging way.
Synonyms
bitter, caustic, sarcastic, scathing, sharp
Examples of usage
- He commented acerbically on her poor performance.
- Her acerbic wit kept everyone on their toes.
- The review was acerbically written, pointing out flaws in bold terms.
Translations
Translations of the word "acerbically" in other languages:
๐ต๐น รกcido
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคกเคผเคตเฅเคชเคจ เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช scharf
๐ฎ๐ฉ asin
๐บ๐ฆ ะณััะบะพ
๐ต๐ฑ cierpko
๐ฏ๐ต ่พ่พฃใซ
๐ซ๐ท acerbe
๐ช๐ธ รกcidamente
๐น๐ท acฤฑ bir ลekilde
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ๋ํ๊ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจู ุฑุงุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ kysele
๐ธ๐ฐ kyslo
๐จ๐ณ ๅฐๅปๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ grenkosodno
๐ฎ๐ธ beiskur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ acฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ รกcidamente
Word origin
The word 'acerbically' is derived from the adjective 'acerbic', which has its origins in the Latin word 'acerbus', meaning 'harsh, sour, or bitter'. This Latin root is linked to 'acer', meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', emphasizing the sharpness associated with both taste and tone. The transition from Latin to English occurred through the influence of Middle French, which adopted the term 'acerbe' in the 14th century. Over the years, 'acerbic' began to take on a broader connotation related to speech and demeanor. By the late 19th century, 'acerbically' emerged as its adverbial form in English, popularized in literary contexts where sharp criticism or biting commentary was prevalent. The term continues to be used in modern discourse to describe comments that are incisively critical or unpleasantly pointed.