Simple meaning
What does Bitter mean?
Bitter means sharp in taste or deeply upset.
Dictionary definition
Having a sharp taste that is not sweet, or feeling deep anger or hurt.
Example sentences
Bitter in a sentence
easy
Dark cocoa can taste bitter.
medium
He felt bitter after the unfair call.
hard
A bitter conflict can soften when people listen respectfully.
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Base word
bitter
noun
bitterness
The quality of being bitter in taste or feeling.
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What can bitter mean?
Bitter can describe both flavor and strong negative feeling.
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