acidulous

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Acidulous' suggests something is slightly acidic or sour. You can also use it to describe a person’s comments that are bitingly sarcastic or sharply critical.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literature, an 'acidulous' description might paint a picture of a character with a slightly bitter or sarcastic edge. An author could describe, 'Her acidulous wit was both feared and admired by her peers.'

Practice Scenarios

Editorial

Scenario:

I need an edge in this article. Can you add some sharp wit to this piece for our readers?

Response:

I can certainly infuse acidulous humor into the text to make it more engaging for our readers.

Branding

Scenario:

Our brand needs to stand out among the competition. We need to consider a cutting edge approach.

Response:

I can work on an acidulous brand personality that will certainly grab audience attention.