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BITING (as in wit or temperament) Flashcards

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BITING (as in wit or temperament)

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acidulous, asperity, mordant, mordacious, trenchant

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acidulous

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(slightly sour); caustic, as in criticism

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asperity (uh-SPER-i-tee)

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harshness of tone, temper, or manner; (hardship)

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mordant

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sharply sarcastic, biting

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mordacious

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sharp and caustic in style

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trenchant

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incisive and caustic

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acidulous, asperity, mordant, mordacious, trenchant

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BITING (as in wit or temperament)

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