acrimonious — angry and bitter in speech, manner, or temper
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: angry and bitter in speech, manner, or temper
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌækrɪˈmoʊniəs/
Example Sentences
- The committee meeting turned acrimonious when someone suggested replacing coffee with green tea.
- Their acrimonious breakup made family dinners incredibly awkward for everyone involved.
- The acrimonious debate over pineapple on pizza lasted three hours and ended no friendships... surprisingly.
acrimonious
ADJECTIVE[/ˌækrɪˈmoʊniəs/]
angry and bitter in speech, manner, or temper
Bitter, hostile argument between partners
Acri's bitter money rants - acrimonious and greedy!
Acrimonious rage breaks through sanctimonious and ceremonious facade!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'acrimonious,' derived from 'acrimonia' meaning 'sharpness' or 'harshness,' which comes from 'acer' meaning 'sharp' or 'sour.' The word combines this root with the suffix '-monious' to describe a sharp, bitter quality in speech or manner.
Breakdown
acri- (sharp, sour, from Latin acer) + -moni- (relating to quality or state) + -ous (full of, characterized by) = acrimonious (full of sharpness and bitterness)
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📝Examples
“The committee meeting turned acrimonious when someone suggested replacing coffee with green tea.”
“Their acrimonious breakup made family dinners incredibly awkward for everyone involved.”
“The acrimonious debate over pineapple on pizza lasted three hours and ended no friendships... surprisingly.”
“The business partners' acrimonious legal battle destroyed both their company and their friendship.”
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