Acrimoniousness

/ækrɪˈmoʊniəsnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being acrimonious; the presence of harsh, bitter feelings or caustic speech.

Etymology

From acrimonious plus '-ness' suffix, creating a noun form describing the quality of bitterness.

Kelly Says

The acrimoniousness of a dispute often outlives the dispute itself—historical bitterness can poison relationships for generations!

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