acrimonious

• Qualifie une parole, un comportement ou des relations marqués par l'amertume, la colère et le ressentiment.

Describes speech, behavior, or a relationship that is bitter, angry, and full of resentment.

1. Bitter and angryC1formal

   Marked by strong resentment, bitterness, or sharpness in manner or speech.

   acrimonieux

   • The divorce proceedings became increasingly acrimonious.
   • An acrimonious debate erupted between the two politicians.
   • Their relationship ended on an acrimonious note.

   Synonymesantagonisticbittercaustichostilerancorousresentfulsharpsourspitefulvenomousvirulent

   Antonymesamiableamicablebenignconciliatorygentlegood-naturedkindmildpleasantsweet