English Synonym Finder

caustic

Definitions

Able to burn, corrode, or destroy organic tissue by chemical action.

Sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.

Examples

The critic's caustic remarks about the film left the director feeling deeply discouraged.

The chemical spill caused a caustic reaction that damaged the laboratory floor.

Synonyms

sarcastic acerbic scathing corrosive biting mordant vitriolic

Antonyms

kind gentle mild complimentary soothing amiable pleasant