Acidulous and Amusing

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

Usage example: a gently acidulous writing style that never becomes annoying

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Amusing is an antonym for acidulous.

Nearby Words: acidulated, acidic

Amusing adjective - Providing amusement or enjoyment.

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Acidulous is an antonym for amusing.

Nearby Words: amusement, amuse, amusingly, amused, amusedly

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