Acerb and Polite

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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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Polite is an antonym for acerb.

Nearby Words: acerbity, acerbic

Polite adjective - Showing consideration, courtesy, and good manners.

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Acerb is an antonym for polite.

Nearby Words: politeness, politely

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