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Acrimonious : Synonyms and Antonyms
In this acrimonious political situation, we could not remain peace and calm.
Synonyms:
1. Acerbic
2. Astringent
3. Biting
4. Caustic
5. Censorious
6. Churlish
7. Cutting
8. Irascible
9. Mordacious
10. Peevish
11. Petulant
12. Pungent
13. Rancorous
14. Sarcastic
15. Severe
16. Sharp
17. Spiteful
18. Tart
19. Trenchant
20. Vitriolic
Contextual Examples:
She was uncharacteristically acerbic in her response.
It seems churlish to refuse such a generous offer.
He tore up the letter in a fit of petulance.
People who did not like him said he was very sarcastic.
He is just being spiteful.
The stewed apple needs a bit more sugar. It is still a bit tart.
Antonyms:
1. Affable
2. Benign
3. Forgiving
4. Good-tempered
5. Kind
Contextual Examples:
He found her parents very affable.
She is benign by nature.
Mt parents are very kind and forgiving.
The Synonyms and Antonyms form an integral part of the English Language. Acquaintance with the vocabulary of the English language is a necessity for effective expression either in written or in an oral from. Synonyms are nothing but the similar meanings of a particular word or its semantic relation. A Synonym is a word or a phrase that means the same as another word or a phrase in the same language. Antonyms are the negative connotation of a particular word. An Antonym is a word or phrase that is opposite in meaning to a particular word or a phrase in the same language.
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