mordant
adjective | /mordant/
expressing harsh criticism especially in a way that is funny
mordant
adjective | /mordant/
Advanced WordsHARDexpressing harsh criticism especially in a way that is funny
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Examples
"The critic's mordant review skewered the film's weak plot."
"His mordant wit made the roast both painful and funny."
Mnemonic Trick
MORDANT → MORE DUNT (punch): imagine biting remarks that hit hard.
Etymology
From French mordant “biting,” from mordre “to bite.”
Often used for sharp, biting humor or criticism.
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