sharp tongue

Noun

Meaning

a bitter or critical manner of speaking

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

double-edged sword two-edged sword wicked tongue ambidextrous weapon cutting tongue aggressive words barbed tongue bitter tongue caustic tongue clever tongue cute tongue dry tongue harsh tongue nasty mouth rough tongue
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Antonyms

olive oil peace treaty olive tree peace process olive branch peace offering
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Hypernyms

tongue

Examples

A sharp tongue is the only edge tool that grows keener with constant use. Washington Irving

A tart temper never mellows with age, and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use. Washington Irving

A sharp tongue will cut off its own head. Persian Proverb

Close letter words and terms

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