Meaning & Definition of word "Bitterness"

Bitterness

/ˈbɪtərnəs/

1. The quality or state of being bitter; sharpness of taste; the presence of a hostile or resentful attitude.
- Example: Her bitterness towards her former colleague was evident in every conversation.
2. A feeling of deep anger or resentment.
- Example: The bitterness he felt after losing the election lingered for years.
3. A harsh or unpleasant flavor or smell.
- Example: The bitterness of the burnt coffee was too strong to enjoy.

Middle English: from bitternesse, from bitter.

sweeten the bitterness:

To alleviate the negative effects of a bitter situation.

bitterness of life:

The difficult and painful aspects of existence.

hold onto bitterness:

To maintain feelings of resentment.

bitter:

Having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet.

resentment:

Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

acrimony:

Bitterness or ill feeling.

Meaning: Bitter beer face

Example Sentence: He made a bitter beer face after tasting the unsweetened brew.

Meaning: Bitter end

Example Sentence: He saw the relationship through to the bitter end, despite the difficulties.