causticity

/kɔːˈstɪsəti/
noun
  1. The quality of being harsh, critical, or sarcastic in speech or writing.
    • The debate lost its professionalism due to the causticity of the exchanges.
    • Her review was known for its causticity and sharp wit.
    • The causticity of his comments surprised even his closest friends.
  2. The property of a substance that can burn or corrode organic tissue.
    • Workers were warned about the causticity of the cleaning solution.
    • The lab tested the causticity of the new industrial solvent.
    • The causticity of the chemical required special handling procedures.
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