2. Adverb. In a sarcastic or cynical manner. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Acerbically
1. [adv]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Acerbically
Literary usage of Acerbically
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Shortest And Most Convenient Route: Lewis And Clark in Context by Robert S. Cox (2004)
"While Bordley noted merely that the plan was rejected by the very "husbandmen
who were principally to be benefited," Peters commented more acerbically that ..."
2. Hidden in Plain View: Refugees Living Without Protection in Nairobi and Kampala by Human Rights Watch (Organization), Alison Parker (2002)
"... and refugees are prime targets for arbitrary arrest, NGO staff working in
Nairobi commented acerbically about the "competition" amongst officers to be ..."
3. Heroes of Destiny Episode I: Eternal Knights by Kevin Wong (2006)
"... acerbically. "My scroll is not for sale either — no exceptions!" "Do you wish
to part with your scroll then — for any reason? ..."
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