Acrid
/ˈækrɪd/
A strong, bitter, or unpleasant smell or taste.
Examples
- His remarks grew increasingly acrid as the debate continued.
- They cleaned the spill, but the acrid residue lingered.
- The desert air had an acrid quality that stung the eyes.
- The acrid smoke from the fire filled the room.
- She winced at the acrid smell of the chemicals.
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