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Acrimonious

Definition:

(adjective) marked by strong bitterness or resentment; harsh or caustic in nature

Sense 1:

Characterized by or showing intense anger or spite.

Example sentence: The acrimonious argument between the two political rivals escalated quickly.

Sense 2:

Causing or marked by deep-seated resentment or hostility.

Example sentence: The acrimonious divorce proceedings lasted for months, leaving both parties emotionally drained.

Usage:

Popularity: Acrimonious is a term commonly used in formal and informal contexts.

Local usage: The word acrimonious is widely used across English-speaking regions.

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