Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Sharp and direct.
Option 1: Acerbic
Option 2: Zoonic
Option 3: Anodyne
Option 4: Acidic
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Correct Answer: Acerbic
Solution : The correct choice is the first option .
The meanings of the options provided are:
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Acerbic means sharp, bitter, or cutting, often in terms of speech or tone.
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Zoonic : There is no recognised meaning associated with "zoonic" in the context of the options given.
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Anodyne means something that soothes, relieves, or alleviates pain or distress.
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Acidic refers to having a sour or sharp taste, like an acid.
Among these options, acerbic closely aligns with the meaning of sharp and direct, as it refers to a sharp or cutting quality, especially in speech or tone.
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