BITTER

/ˈbɪtə/ ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 9

Definition

  1. adverb extremely and sharply. — synonyms: piercingly, bitterly, bitingly
  2. verb make bitter.
  3. noun English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft).
  4. noun the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth. — synonyms: bitterness
  5. noun the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste. — synonyms: bitterness
  6. adjective marked by strong resentment or cynicism. — synonyms: acrimonious
  7. adjective very difficult to accept or bear.
  8. adjective harsh or corrosive in tone. — synonyms: acerb, acerbic, acid, acrid, blistering, caustic, sulfurous, sulphurous
  9. adjective expressive of severe grief or regret.
  10. adjective proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity.
  11. adjective causing a sharp and acrid taste experience.
  12. adjective causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation. — synonyms: biting

Examples

  • “The coffee tasted bitter.”
  • “They're bitter enemies.”
  • “I've been bitter ever since that defeat.”

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