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having or showing deep-seated resentment
- an acrimonious parting between the two former friends
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- caring,
- forgiving,
- gentle,
- kind,
- kindhearted,
- loving,
- sweet,
- sympathetic,
- tender,
- warm,
- warmhearted
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The first known use of acrimonious was in 1651
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