mordacious
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British pronunciation
/mɔːdˈeɪʃəs/

Definition & Meaning of "mordacious"

mordacious
01

(of animals) tending to bite or sting as a means of defense, feeding, etc.

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The dog had become mordacious after being mistreated and would bite anyone who approached.
Farmers had to carefully protect their livestock from the mordacious foxes that roamed the countryside.
02

using biting, indirect criticism to challenge ideas or expose flaws in people

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Jane was well known for her mordacious wit and biting social commentary.
Critics praised the film for its mordacious depiction of suburban hypocrisy.
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