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vitriolic
01
(of a substance) highly acidic or corrosive in nature
Examples
Sulfuric acid is one of the strongest and most vitriolic acids commonly used in laboratories.
02
characterized by bitter, harsh, and caustic criticism or comments
Examples
The politician ’s speech was filled with vitriolic attacks against his opponent.
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vitriolic
vitriol
