sharp-worded

sharp-worded
adjective
harsh (Freq. 1)
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sharp criticism

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a sharp-worded exchange

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a tart remark

Syn: ↑sharp, ↑tart
Similar to: ↑unpleasant
Derivationally related forms: ↑tartness (for: ↑tart), ↑sharpness (for: ↑sharp)

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