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- [mawr-dey-shuh s]
- /mɔrˈdeɪ ʃəs/
- /mɔː.ˈdæ.sɪ.tɪ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mawr-dey-shuh s]
- /mɔrˈdeɪ ʃəs/
Definitions of mordacity word
- adjective mordacity biting or given to biting. 1
- adjective mordacity sharp or caustic in style, tone, etc. 1
- noun mordacity The quality of being mordacious; biting severity, or sarcastic quality. 1
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Origin of mordacity
First appearance:
before 1640 One of the 44% oldest English words
1640-50; < Latin mordāci- (stem of mordāx given to biting) + -ous
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Parts of speech for Mordacity
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
mordacity popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 43% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
mordacity usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mordacity
noun mordacity
- criticism — the analysis or evaluation of a work of art, literature, etc
- ridicule — speech or action intended to cause contemptuous laughter at a person or thing; derision.
- acidity — the quality or state of being acid
- acridity — sharp or biting to the taste or smell; bitterly pungent; irritating to the eyes, nose, etc.: acrid smoke from burning rubber.
- sharpness — having a thin cutting edge or a fine point; well-adapted for cutting or piercing: a sharp knife.
Antonyms for mordacity
noun mordacity
- compliment — A compliment is a polite remark that you say to someone to show that you like their appearance, appreciate their qualities, or approve of what they have done.
- praise — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
- flattery — the act of flattering.
- happiness — the quality or state of being happy.
- mildness — amiably gentle or temperate in feeling or behavior toward others.
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