1
as in hostility
a deep-seated ill will
he still harbored an implacable bitterness against the company that had fired him
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2
as in bite
a harsh or sharp quality
the bitterness of the coffee suggested that it had been reheated
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3
as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
there's a bitterness in the air, so let's build a fire in the fireplace
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4
as in severity
biting sharpness of feeling or expression
complained with great bitterness about the ill treatment he had always received
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bitterness
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Intentionally directing attacks against civilian infrastructure and civilians who are not directly taking part in hostilities is considered a war crime under international law.—
Clarissa Ward,
CNN,
18 Mar. 2025 -
Even small shifts can build rapport and defuse hostility.—
Diana Lowe,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Customers may have purchased the recalled small bites from February 6, 2025, through March 11, 2025.—
Anna Commander,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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More affordable options for food at the pool hall include small bites, ranging from $1.75 lumpia to a $12.50 combo plate.—
Brianna Taylor,
Sacramento Bee,
14 Mar. 2025
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Combining fiery flavor with cannabis’ calming effects, this condiment strikes the perfect balance of spice and chill.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Cover bowl using plastic wrap; chill until dough is firm, about 30 minutes.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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Due to the severity of her injuries, Agnes will not return to the wild but has become the organization's ambassador, according to shelter operators.—
David Begnaud,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2025
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The bottom line: The severity of consequences of failing the airport theory challenge depend on the airline and your itinerary.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Their motivations included personal grudges, racial hatred and political leanings.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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Sparring with the media and holding grudges are features of Donald Trump’s combative personality.—
Karlyn Bowman,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Using heritage milling techniques, the Candiani fabrics were made on old-school shuttle looms, a time-intensive process that yields long-lasting denim finished with selvedge’s classic self-edge.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2025
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Resolution on Joey Bosa, the four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher who is mulling interest from Miami.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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President Donald Trump has reacted with anger after Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a new 25 percent surcharge on electricity exports to the United States, in response to a wave of tariffs on Canadian goods.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Customers have been loudly expressing their frustration and anger.—
Forrester,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Even if those two men didn’t make it out of Europe alive, the unspeakable acts carried out in the name of Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich would still live on in infamy, reminding humanity what blind hatred and xenophobia could lead to if a society wasn’t careful.—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Venerable baby boomer Kevin Bacon plays the titular bounty hunter Hub Halloran, a proud Georgia man with little tolerance for tomfoolery and a hatred of the Red Sox.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Bitterness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bitterness. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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