Acrimony, acerbity, asperity all agree in denoting temper or language marked by irritation or some degree of anger or resentment. What’s the difference? Acrimony implies bitterness or ill will and also greater stinging or blistering power in what is said than the others. The dispute was settled without acrimony. The council’s first meeting ended in […]
Category: Synonyms
Acquirement vs Acquisition vs Attainment vs Accomplishment
Acquirement, acquisition, attainment and accomplishment all mean a power or skill won through exertion or effort.
Acknowledge vs Admit vs Own vs Avow vs Confess
Acknowledge, admit, own, avow and confess all mean to disclose against one’s will or inclination.
Accuse vs Charge vs Indict vs Impeach
Accuse, charge, indict, impeach all mean to declare a person guilty of a fault or offense.
Accompany vs Attend vs Escort
Accompany, attend and escort all mean to go along with.