TOEFL vocabulary: acrimonious
Definition of acrimonious (adjective) - sharp or harsh in language or temper; rancorous; bitter; caustic
Example sentences with this word:- The dispute between Abbey and Lloyds appeared increasingly acrimonious yesterday.
- Mr Kinnock also sprang a surprise by restoring Ms Clare Short to the front bench less than a year after she resigned as spokeswoman on Employment in an acrimonious row with Mr Kinnock over the party's stance on the Prevention of Terrorism Act.