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causticity

/kɔːˈstɪsɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does causticity mean?

noun

The quality of being harsh or severe in criticism or tone; the state of being corrosive or destructive.

Example

"The politician's causticity in her speech was met with both praise and criticism from the audience."

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