Acerbity(noun)
Harshness or sharpness of manner, speech, or tone; bitterness.
Hindi meaning:कटुता
Synonyms: Bitterness, Sharpness, Tartness, Harshness
Antonyms: Gentleness, Mildness, Sweetness, Warmth
Example: The critic's acerbity shocked the young writer who had not expected such a bitter response.
Trick to remember: Acerbity sounds like a + sharp bite — sharp words that bite like acid.
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