bitterness

bit-ter-ness · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The quality of having a sharp, unpleasant taste.

  2. 2.

    Anger, resentment, or disappointment.

  3. 3.

    Harshness or severity, especially of weather.

Related words

Antonyms: forgiveness, sweetness
See also: anger, bitter, resentment
Synonyms: acrimony, animosity, resentment

Etymology

From Old English biter + -ness (noun-forming suffix).