Acerb and Bland

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Acerb adjective - Marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings.

Usage example: a professor with a rather acerb sense of humor

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Bland is an antonym for acerb.

Nearby Words: acerbity, acerbic

Bland adjective - Not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect.

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Acerb is an antonym for bland.

Nearby Word: blandly

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