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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

Entry 1

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

an unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action

A written or printed message sent to someone.

A system of government or management characterized by complex rules, procedures, and administrative...

Exclusive control over a market, product, or service.

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.

a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable