Âcre (en. Acre)

/akʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Describes a strong and penetrating flavor or odor.

The acrid smell of fresh fish fills the market.

L'odeur âcre du poisson frais remplit le marché.

Describes an unpleasant, irritating taste.

This sauce has an acrid taste that I do not like.

Cette sauce a un goût âcre qui ne me plaît pas.

Evokes a sensation of discomfort, of violence.

He had an acrid experience during that debate.

Il a vécu une expérience âcre lors de ce débat.

From Latin "acer," meaning 'sharp' or 'acidic.'

to have an acrid taste

Means that a food or drink has an unpleasant taste.

avoir un goût âcre

acrid smell

Refers to a strong and unpleasant odor.

odeur âcre

acrid sensation

Designates a violent or unpleasant emotion.

sensation âcre

caustic

Who is biting, cynical in their criticisms.

acerbe

acidic

Who has a sour flavor.

acide

eel

Fish whose flesh can have an acrid smell when poorly prepared.

anguille

An unpleasant scent

This room has an acrid smell; it needs ventilation.

Cette pièce a une odeur âcre, il faut aérer.

A biting critique

He received acrid comments on his article.

Il a reçu des remarques âcres sur son article.