Word of the Day: ACERBIC

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acerbic (adj) - tasting sour, bitter, or astringent; sharp, severe, or critical in temper, mood, or tone [uh-sur-bik]

BREAKDOWN: ACERB- (sharp, bitter) + -IC (like)

• acerbity is a sharpness or sourness of tone, taste, or manner; a kind of bitter, critical humor

“Those old adages - you attract more with honey; do unto others - are true. You can get attention by being acerbic or mean or making a bizarre comment. But by being nice, being empathetic, building relationships and listening, people begin to recognize that you're thoughtful and respectful of their position.” —Shelley Moore Capito