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Wordabulary

acrimonious

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Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Full of bitterness and anger, especially in an argument or disagreement.

"The two business partners went through an acrimonious split after years of disagreement."

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Which word fits the gap? "The two business partners went through an _____ split after years of disagreement."

Answer: acrimonious

In your own words, what does "acrimonious" mean?

Full of bitterness and anger, especially in an argument or disagreement.

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