Meaning
With a strong sharp taste that is not sweet, like very dark coffee; also full of angry, hurt feelings.
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Word origin
From Old English biter, related to bitan, meaning to bite; a taste that bites.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- biter
- English cognates
- bite
Examples
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"Bitter" is a sharp taste, the opposite of sweet.
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Many medicines taste bitter.
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Here "bitter" means angry and hurt for a long time.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 30, lesson 8: bitter, tend, soap and 7 more words.