Acerb and Hospitable

Acerb

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

Hospitable is an antonym for acerb.

Nearby Words: acerbity, acerbic

Hospitable

Hospitable adjective - Showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations.

Acerb is an antonym for hospitable.

Nearby Words: hospitality, hospital, hospitably
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