adj
acrid
Acrid (adj) means Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
adj
1
Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
2
Causing heat and irritation.
3
Caustic; bitter; bitterly irritating.
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Etymology
From Latin ācris, from ācer (“sharp”); probably assimilated in form to acid. Compare eager.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of acrid?
"acrid" (adj) means sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
What are the different meanings of acrid?
"acrid" has 3 main meanings: 1. Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste; 2. Causing heat and irritation; 3. Caustic; bitter; bitterly irritating.