In literature, "acerbic" is employed to evoke a sense of sharpness and bitterness, often characterizing expressions or tones that are both critical and incisively witty. One text describes a process of enlightenment experienced in a notably acerbic manner [1], suggesting that even growth and learning can be accompanied by a cutting sharpness. Similarly, the term is paired with words like bitter and acrid in authoritative references, thereby emphasizing its inherent harshness [2, 3]. Additionally, its use in depicting a character’s speech—such as a drawl imbued with acerbic qualities—reinforces how this adjective can infuse a narrative with a vivid, biting flavor [4].