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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
bitterness or sharpness in speech or behavior.
The fierce argument that erupted was filled with acrimony.Neither were happy in the marriage, and the couple divorced without acrimony.- synonyms:
- acerbity, acridity, asperity, astringency, bitterness, causticity, mordancy, sharpness, venom
- antonyms:
- gentleness, good will, sweetness
- similar words:
- animosity, dudgeon, gall, hostility, ill will, malignity, pungency, rancor, sarcasm, spite, spleen
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| related words: |
acid, asperity |
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| derivation: |
acrimonious (adj.) |
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