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Definition bitter in British English

bitter adjective

adjective
/ˈbɪtə(r)/
1

feeling angry or upset because of a bad experience, especially when you think that you have been treated unfairly

Example

I'm still bitter about the whole affair.

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angry annoyed upset disappointed disillusioned dismayed
Example

a bitter dispute/divorce case

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acutely affective basic
1.2

used about a determined and angry enemy or opponent

Example

one of the President's most bitter critics

Example

They had always been bitter rivals.

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enemy opponent adversary
Example

It was a bitter blow when he lost his job.

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sad unhappy depressing
3

something that is bitter has a strong sharp taste that is not sweet

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acid acidic astringent
4

extremely cold in a way that makes you very uncomfortable

Example

A bitter wind was blowing from the north.

Synonyms and related words
cold cool icy
Definition bitter in British English