English Explanatory Dictionary

acerbate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Embittered; having a sour disposition or nature.
verb
  1. To exasperate; to irritate.
  2. To make bitter or sour.

Pronunciation

/ˈa.sə.beɪt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-acerbate.wav /ˈæ.səɹˌbeɪt/

Word forms

acerbate more acerbate most acerbate acerbates acerbating acerbated

Etymology

From Latin acerbātus, perfect passive participle of acerbō (“make bitter”), from acerbus (“bitter”).

Synonyms

provoke sour embitter

Derived words

acerbation exacerbate
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