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acre-doce

adjective/ˈakɾ(ɨ) ˈdos(ɨ)/low

a·cre-·do·ce

Definition

Having a flavour or character that mixes acidity and sweetness; bittersweet.
The sauce had a very peculiar acre-doce flavour.
His criticism was acre-doce, praising and censuring at the same time.

Etymology

Composto de 'acre' (do latim 'acer, acris') e 'doce' (do latim 'dulcis').