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Bitterness

noun

/ˈbɪtərnəs/

Meaning

anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste

a feeling of anger and unhappiness caused by unfair treatment or disappointment

She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.

His bitterness after the breakup was evident to everyone.

resentment, acrimony, rancor, hostility, sorrow, displeasure

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resentment, acrimony, rancor

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resentment, rancor, hostility, sorrow, displeasure

sweetness, kindness, forgiveness, joy, happiness, contentment

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sweetness, kindness, forgiveness

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joy, happiness, contentment

feel bitterness, taste of bitterness, overcome bitterness, deep bitterness, lingering bitterness, bitterness of defeat, bitterness towards

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feel bitterness, taste of bitterness, overcome bitterness

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deep bitterness, lingering bitterness, bitterness of defeat, bitterness towards

A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.

the rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips; the spine

The belief that there is no God or gods.

the name of a book, film, or piece of writing; also a formal designation or rank

A person who asks many questions, often in an official or harsh manner.

weapons and ammunition; firearms