acerbate vs burn up

acerbate

verb
  • To exasperate; to irritate. 

  • To make bitter or sour. 

adj
  • Embittered; having a sour disposition or nature. 

burn up

verb
  • To anger; to annoy. 

  • To feel overly hot or inflamed. 

  • To destroy by burning. 

  • To experience a high fever. 

  • To catch fire and burn until destroyed. 

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