Definition
The practice or characteristic of speaking to others in a harsh, critical, or insulting manner.
In Context
- "Times grew worse and worse with Rip Van Winkle as years of matrimony rolled on; a tart temper never mellows with age, and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use."
- "He hated the Professor, who smelt the rogue in him, and scourged him continually with his sharp tongue."
- "Mr. Thomas rarely misses a chance to use his sharp tongue. Republicans are terrified of him; Democrats call him a bully."