sharp-worded

Describes language or speech that is critical, harsh, or cutting in tone.

• 🇩🇪Beschreibt eine Sprache oder Ausdrucksweise, die kritisch, scharf oder beißend im Ton ist.

1. Harsh or critical in speech B2 formal

   Using language that is severe, critical, or cutting in tone.

   • The critic gave a sharp-worded review of the play.
   • Her sharp-worded reply surprised everyone in the room.
   • He received a sharp-worded letter from the manager about his performance.

   🇩🇪Scharf im Ton

   Synonyme: acerbiccausticcuttingmordantsarcasticscathingtrenchantvitriolic

   Antonyme: diplomaticgentlekindmildsofttactful

• more sharp-worded comparative form
• most sharp-worded superlative form