acrid
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Having a strong, bitter smell or taste that is unpleasant, often irritating to the nose or throat.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ smoke filled the kitchen after the pan was left on the stove too long."
Answer: acrid
In your own words, what does "acrid" mean?
Having a strong, bitter smell or taste that is unpleasant, often irritating to the nose or throat.
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