bitter synonyms

bitter

modif.

  1. Acrid

    astringent, acid, tart, sharp; see sour 1.

  2. Intense

    sharp, harsh, severe; see intense.

  3. Sarcastic

    acrimonious, caustic, biting; see sarcastic.

  4. Painful

    grievous, hurtful, stinging, galling; see disturbing, painful 1.

  5. Embittered

    resentful, cynical, hostile, rancorous; see angry, unfriendly 2.

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