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caustically

UK
/ˈkɔːstɪkli/
US
/ˈkɔstɪkli/

Translations

causticallyadverb
UK
/ˈkɔːstɪkli/
US
/ˈkɔstɪkli/
caustiquementAu sens figuré, pour un ton mordant, sarcastique ou blessant.
She spoke caustically about the committee's incompetence.
Elle a parlé caustiquement de l'incompétence du comité.
Additional translations
caustiquementAu sens chimique, avec un effet corrosif ou brûlant.
Synonyms
sarcastically
bitterly
scornfully
acerbically
sardonically

Definitions

causticallyadverb
In a bitterly sarcastic, scornful, or cutting manner, especially intended to wound or criticize.
She spoke caustically about the committee's incompetence.
With a burning or corrosive action; in a manner that chemically burns, corrodes, or destroys.
The cleaning agent reacts caustically with certain metals, so protective gloves are required.
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