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BITTERNESS

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Bitterness.

Bitterness - as a noun

A feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gall5rancor8rancour9resentment12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enmity11hostility15ill will
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A rough and bitter manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerbity15acrimony15jaundice18tartness8thorniness13

The taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bitter8

The property of having a harsh unpleasant taste

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bitter8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
taste property
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her bitterness towards her ex-boyfriend was evident in her every word."
"The bitterness of the medicine made it difficult for the child to swallow."
"Years of bitterness had turned him into a cynical person."
"The bitterness in her voice showed how deeply she had been hurt."
"He couldn't hide the bitterness he felt towards his colleagues for stealing his ideas."
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Word Game Points

Is BITTERNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bitterness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BITTERNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is BITTERNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bitterness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BITTERNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is BITTERNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bitterness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BITTERNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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