Definitions

1. verb

to make something unpleasant or bitter

“The news report began to acerbate the public’s perception of the company.”

2. verb (transitive)

to make someone feel annoyed or resentful

“Her sharp comments began to acerbate the argument.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to become or grow bitter

“His disappointment began to acerbate, and he became angry.”

4. noun

a quality or condition that is bitter or unpleasant

“The acerbate of the argument made it difficult to resolve.”