1. sharply critical
2. sarcastic in tone
How does the word's origin connect to its current meaning?
a. It's Latin origin refers to a critical point of view, while its current meaning describes a sarcastic manner
b. Its Latin origin refers to a tone of voice, while it current meaning describes a type of criticism
c. Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner
d. It's Latin origin describes a pleasant manner, while its current meaning describes a harsh one
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c. Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.
The word "acerbic" originates from the Latin "acerbus," which conveys a sense of harshness or bitterness, both in taste and in manner, thereby connecting to its current meanings of being sharply critical or sarcastic in tone.
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