Question

Use the dictionary entry to answer the question.

acerbic (ә-ser′-bik) adj. [Latin from acerbus, harsh or bitter of taste]

1. sharply critical
2.sarcastic in tone

How does the word’s origin connect to its current meaning? (1 point) Responses


Its Latin origin refers to a critical point of view, while its current meaning describes a sarcastic manner.

Its Latin origin describes a pleasant manner, while its current meaning describes a harsh one.


Its Latin origin refers to a tone of voice, while its current meaning describes a type of criticism.


Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

**Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.**

This option connects the concept of bitterness from the Latin origin to the modern meanings of being sharply critical and sarcastic.