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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.
Dilute hydrochloric acid can still be vitriolic enough to damage soft metals like aluminum if left to sit.
02
characterized by bitter, harsh, and caustic criticism or comments
Examples
The politician ’s speech was filled with vitriolic attacks against his opponent.
She received vitriolic comments online that deeply hurt her feelings.
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vitriolic
vitriol
