Amèrement (en. Bitterly)
[a.mɛʁ.mɑ]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that expresses dissatisfaction or pain.
She spoke bitterly about her experience.
Elle a parlé amèrement de son expérience.
Experiencing a feeling of sadness or disappointment.
He remembers bitterly his childhood years.
Il se souvient amèrement de ses années d'enfance.
With deep sadness or resentment.
They criticized the project bitterly.
Ils ont critiqué le projet amèrement.
Etymology
Derived from 'bitter', which evokes an unpleasant taste or emotional suffering.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to cry bitterly
To express sorrow intensely.
pleurer amèrement
to reflect bitterly
To consider things with regret.
réfléchir amèrement
to remember bitterly
To have painful memories.
se souvenir amèrement
Related Words
bitter
Having an unpleasant taste, often associated with emotional pain.
amer
bitterness
State of lasting resentment or disappointment.
amertume
Slang Meanings
Bitter regret
He has a bitter regret for not enjoying his youth.
Il a un regret amer de ne pas avoir profité de sa jeunesse.
Bitter sadness
Her bitter sadness is felt in her words.
Sa tristesse amère se ressent dans ses paroles.