Acridly: meaning, definitions and examples
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acridly
[ ˈækrɪdli ]
in a bitter or harsh manner
Acridly is an adverb that describes the action of doing something in a bitter or harsh manner. It is often used to convey a strong sense of unpleasantness or discomfort.
Synonyms
astringently, bitterly, harshly, sourly
Examples of usage
- He spoke acridly, leaving a bitter taste in everyone's mouth.
- She criticized the performance acridly, making the actors feel demoralized.
- The smell of burnt food filled the air acridly, causing everyone to cough.
- The politician responded acridly to the reporter's questions, showing his irritation.
- The teacher's acridly worded feedback discouraged the students.
- The customer complained acridly about the poor service at the restaurant.
Translations
Translations of the word "acridly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 acidamente
🇮🇳 कटुता से
🇩🇪 scharf
🇮🇩 dengan tajam
🇺🇦 їдко
🇵🇱 gryząco
🇯🇵 辛辣に
🇫🇷 âcrement
🇪🇸 acrídamente
🇹🇷 keskin bir şekilde
🇰🇷 매섭게
🇸🇦 بقسوة
🇨🇿 štiplavě
🇸🇰 štipľavo
🇨🇳 尖刻地
🇸🇮 ostro
🇮🇸 beisklega
🇰🇿 ащы
🇬🇪 მწარედ
🇦🇿 kəskin şəkildə
🇲🇽 acrídamente
Word origin
The word 'acridly' is derived from the adjective 'acrid,' which comes from the Latin word 'acridus,' meaning pungent or sharp. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverbial form of 'acrid.' The term has been in use since the 17th century to describe actions or behaviors that are bitter or harsh in nature.
See also: acridity.