Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Sharp and direct

The correct answer is acerbic.

Key Points

• Acerbic: (especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright. ((विशेष रूप से टिप्पणी या बोलने की शैली) तेज और स्पष्ट)
  • Example: The letters show the acerbic wit for which Parker was both admired and feared.
• Thus, the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words is option 1. 

Additional Information

• Zoonic: concerning animals; obtained from animal substances. (जानवरों के संबंध में; पशु पदार्थों से प्राप्त)
• Anodyne: not likely to cause offence or disagreement and somewhat dull; a painkilling drug or medicine. (कुछ ऐसा जिससे असहमति होने की संभावना न हो ;पीड़ा-नाशक)
• Acidic: sharp-tasting or sour. (अम्लीय)