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9 Definitions of: bitter
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- adjective, having or denoting an unpalatable harsh taste, as the peel of an orange or coffee dregs. Compare sour
- adjective, showing or caused by strong unrelenting hostility or resentment
- adjective, difficult or unpleasant to accept or admit
- adjective, cutting; sarcastic
- adjective, bitingly cold
- adverb, very; extremely (esp in the phrase bitter cold)
- noun, a thing that is bitter
- noun, beer with a high hop content, with a slightly bitter taste
- verb, to make or become bitter ▷ See also bitters
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| Synonyms: | test, rancour, resentment, hurt, anger, hostility, indignation, animosity, venom, acrimony | And more... |
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| Antonyms: | happy, pleasant, mild, sweet |
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