Acidulous and Severe

Acidulous

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

Severe and acidulous are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Severe" instead an adjective "Acidulous".

Nearby Words: acidulated, acidic

Severe

Severe adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Acidulous and severe are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Acidulous" instead an adjective "Severe".

Nearby Words: severely, severity, severed
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