subacrid
/sʌbˈækrɪd/
adjective
- Somewhat sharp or biting in taste or smell; moderately acrid.
- He detected a subacrid note in the cheese, not unpleasant but distinct.
- The subacrid aroma of burnt toast filled the kitchen.
- The subacrid smoke from the campfire stung my eyes a little.
- Mildly harsh or caustic in tone or manner.
- He had a subacrid wit that could defuse tension with a single line.
- Her subacrid reply made it clear she was not amused.
- The review was subacrid, criticizing the film without being vicious.