All acerb synonyms
a·cerb
A a adjective acerb
- sour — having an acid taste, resembling that of vinegar, lemon juice, etc.; tart.
adj acerb
- acerbic — sour in taste
- acetous — containing, producing, or resembling acetic acid or vinegar
- acid — An acid is a chemical substance, usually a liquid, which contains hydrogen and can react with other substances to form salts. Some acids burn or dissolve other substances that they come into contact with.
- acidulous — rather sour
- acrid — An acrid smell or taste is strong and sharp, and usually unpleasant.
- bitter — In a bitter argument or conflict, people argue very angrily or fight very fiercely.
- harsh — ungentle and unpleasant in action or effect: harsh treatment; harsh manners.
- sharp — having a thin cutting edge or a fine point; well-adapted for cutting or piercing: a sharp knife.
- tangy — having a tang.
- tart — sharp to the taste; sour or acid: Tart apples are best for pie. Synonyms: astringent, acrid, piquant. Antonyms: sweet, sugary, bland, mellow.