Austere and Acerbic

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

Acerbic and austere are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Acerbic" instead an adjective "Austere".

Nearby Words: austerity, austerely

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

Austere and acerbic are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Austere" instead an adjective "Acerbic".

Nearby Words: acerbity, acerb