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Meaning of acridity
The quality of being harsh and unpleasant
Etymology of acridity
The word "acridity" originates from the Latin "acriditas," which is derived from "acere," meaning "to be sour" or "to be sharp"
Historically, the term has been used to describe sharp or sour tastes, smells, and tones, and has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings related to harshness and unpleasantness
Synonyms
bitterness
harshness
severity
causticity
acidity
sourness
astringency
pungency
poignancy
asperity
abrasiveness
coarseness
crudeness
vulgarity
nastiness
unpleasantness
disagreeableness
offensiveness
repulsiveness
distastefulness
unpalatability
rancidity
fetidness
putridness
noisomeness
mordancy
acerbity
tartness
sharpness
Definitions
- The quality of having a sharp and unpleasant taste or smell
- * Harshness or severity of tone, manner, or effect
Usage Examples
- The acridity of the smoke made it difficult to breathe
- * The critic's review was marked by its acridity, leaving no aspect of the film unscathed
- * The acridity of the chemical spill made the surrounding area uninhabitable
Antonyms
mildness
gentleness
softness
sweetness
pleasantness
agreeableness
palatability
tastefulness
courtesy
politeness
tactfulness
diplomacy
affability
amiability
cordiality
warmth
friendliness
geniality
hospitality