Understanding Acridity: Definition, Examples, and Metaphorical Uses

Acridity is a noun that refers to the quality of being sharply or pungently bitter, caustic, or disagreeable. It can be used to describe something that has a strong, unpleasant taste or smell, like a chemical or a substance that is irritating to the skin or respiratory system.

For example, "The acrid smoke from the burning building filled the air and made everyone cough."

In addition to its literal meaning, acridity can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is harsh, critical, or unpleasantly blunt, as in "Her acrid comments left a bitter taste in his mouth."

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