CAUSTIC
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Caustic.
How to pronounce caustic:
US
Caustic - as a noun
Any chemical substance that burns or destroys living tissue
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical compoundcompound15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The envelope of light rays reflected or refracted by a curved surface or object
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
envelope13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Caustic - as an adjective satellite
Harsh or corrosive in tone
Example: "An acerbic tone piercing otherwise flowery prose"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerb9acerbic13acid7acrid8bitter8blistering13sulfurous12sulphurous15virulent11vitriolic14Of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corrosive14erosive10mordant10vitriolic14Caustic - as an adjective
Capable of burning, corroding or destroying organic tissue.
(of language, etc.) sharp, bitter, cutting, biting, and sarcastic in a scathing way.
Example Sentences
"He made caustic remarks about her appearance."
"The caustic soda burned through the metal."
"The journalist's caustic article offended many readers."
"Her caustic wit can be off-putting at times."
"The politician delivered a caustic speech attacking his opponent."
Word Game Points
Is CAUSTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, caustic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAUSTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CAUSTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, caustic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAUSTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CAUSTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, caustic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAUSTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
