First Known Use: 1542
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acrimony
noun ac·ri·mo·ny \ˈa-krə-ˌmō-nē\
: angry and bitter feelings
plural ac·ri·mo·nies
Full Definition of ACRIMONY
: harsh or biting sharpness especially of words, manner, or disposition
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Origin of ACRIMONY
Middle French or Latin; Middle French acrimonie, from Latin acrimonia, from acr-, acer
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