Vocabulary Builder — Essay & Answer Writing
Acrimony
noun
/ AK-rih-moh-nee /
Hard
Meaning
Bitter anger and resentment, especially in tone or manner of speech or dealings between people or groups
Origin / Etymology
Latin acrimonia (pungency, sharpness) — from acer (sharp, keen)
Synonyms
Bitterness
Rancour
Hostility
Animosity
Asperity
Antonyms
Goodwill
Cordiality
Amicability
Warmth
Example Sentence
"The acrimony between political parties during the floor test disrupted parliamentary proceedings and underscored the erosion of deliberative democracy."
🎯 UPSC Usage
Excellent word for essay writing and GS2 (governance, political behaviour). Use to describe deteriorating bilateral relations, Centre-State disputes, or breakdown of coalition politics. The adjective 'acrimonious' (an acrimonious debate) is even more commonly seen in editorials.
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