Question

Use the dictionary entry to answer the question. acerbic (ә-ser′-bik) adj. [Latin from acerbus, harsh or bitter of taste] sharply critical sarcastic in tone How does the word’s origin connect to its current meaning? (1 point) Responses Its Latin origin describes a pleasant manner, while its current meaning describes a harsh one. Its Latin origin describes a pleasant manner, while its current meaning describes a harsh one. Its Latin origin refers to a critical point of view, while its current meaning describes a sarcastic manner. Its Latin origin refers to a critical point of view, while its current meaning describes a sarcastic manner. Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner. Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner. Its Latin origin refers to a tone of voice, while its current meaning describes a type of criticism.

Answer 1

The correct response is: Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.