Acrid

/ˈæ.krɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell.

The acrid smoke from the fire made it difficult to breathe.

sharp or bitter in tone or character; caustic.

She responded to the criticism with an acrid remark that left everyone in the room silent.

characterized by an intense or distressing quality.

The acrid scent of the chemicals filled the lab, causing the students to cough.

Latin 'acridus', from 'acer' meaning sharp or sour.

acrid remarks:

Comments that are harsh or critical.

acrid smoke:

Smoke that is sharp and unpleasant in scent.

acrid humor:

Humor that is biting or cutting.

Harsh criticism or comments.

His acrid take on the issue left no one unscathed.

A strong distaste or dislike.

She replied with an acrid tone, making her feelings clear.