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hard-bitten

adjective

/ˌhɑːrdˈbɪtn̩/

Meaning

tough and experienced, not easily affected by emotions or hardship

The hard-bitten detective showed no sign of surprise at the crime scene.

tough, seasoned, hardened, resilient, rugged

naive, sensitive, gentle

hard-bitten soldier, hard-bitten journalist, hard-bitten veteran

Expressed clearly; easy to understand; showing clear thought or reasoning.

having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive

Having a limited or narrow outlook; unable or unwilling to consider other perspectives.

Relating to the stomach and intestines.

Having a stout or somewhat fat body, often implying dignity or authority.

extremely good; wonderful; excellent