Meaning & use
acrimony
Bitterness and ill will in speech or manner, especially following a dispute or disagreement.
See it in a sentence
The divorce proceedings were marked by acrimony as both sides traded angry accusations in court.
Despite years of political acrimony, the two senators finally agreed to compromise on the bill.
A note on using this word
Acrimony describes the tone of an exchange, not physical violence; it is most often used with disputes, debates, or divorces.
Words with a similar meaning
bitternesshostilityrancor
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Words with an opposite meaning
harmonygoodwill
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