Bitingly/ˈbaɪtɪŋli/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Harsh Critique Used when someone expresses criticism in a very direct and unkind way. Her book review was bitingly harsh, sparing no flaw. Pro Tip 2/3Emotionally Intense Often portrays strong negative emotions like anger or frustration. He responded bitingly after being falsely accused. Pro Tip 3/3Sarcasm Highlight Magnifies the sarcasm in a statement, making it more cutting. She was bitingly sarcastic when she called him a genius for failing.