Find the word that is spelled correctly and means the quality of being sarcastic in a bitter way.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Causticity.
Correct Word: Causticity
Meaning: The quality of being sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way; in a chemical sense, it refers to the ability to burn or corrode organic tissue by chemical action.
Example: The critic was known for the causticity of his reviews, often leaving actors feeling humiliated.
Spelling Analysis of other options:
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Costicisity: Incorrect spelling; an attempt to phonetically spell "causticity."
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Cawstic: Incorrect spelling; "caustic" is the correct adjective form.
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Caustisity: Incorrect spelling; replaces the "c" with an "s."
Hence, the chosen option is correct.