Question

use the dictionary entry to answer the question.acerbic (a-ser-bik) adj. latin from acerbus, harsh or bitter of taste1. sharply critical2. sarcastic in tonehow does the words origin connect to its current meaning?(1 point)its latin origin describes a pleasant manner, while its current meaning describes a harsh one.its latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.its latin origin refers to a critical point of view, while its current meaning describes a sarcastic manner.its latin origin refers to a tone of voice, while its current meaning describes a type of criticism.

Explanation:

The Latin origin of "acerbic" is "acerbus" which means harsh or bitter of taste (a harsh flavor). The current meaning of "acerbic" includes "sharply critical" and "sarcastic in tone" (a harsh manner). So, the origin (harsh flavor) and current meaning (harsh manner) are related as they both involve the concept of harshness in different contexts (taste vs. behavior/tone).

Answer:

Its Latin origin describes a harsh flavor, while its current meaning describes a harsh manner.