Something that’s acrimonious (ak-ruh-MOH-nee-us) — from the Latin for “sharp” or “sour” — is resentful, caustic, or bitter.
Example (as used by Michael Masterson today): “I got JJ’s acrimonious e-mail and let it sit. Finally, yesterday, I wrote him back and clarified my position.”
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