Acerbities

/əˈsɜːrbɪtiz/ noun

Definition

Plural form meaning multiple instances or qualities of being sour, bitter, harsh, or sharp in manner.

Etymology

From 'acerbity' (noun) + '-ies' (plural suffix). Comes from Latin 'acerbitas' meaning sourness or harshness of disposition.

Kelly Says

The plural form shows how one sharp comment is harsh, but multiple sharp comments create a pattern—language lets us describe the difference!

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