bitter Meaning and Definition

1. n. the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste

2. n. the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth

3. n. English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft)

4. r. extremely and sharply

5. s. marked by strong resentment or cynicism

6. s. proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity

7. s. expressive of severe grief or regret

8. s. causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation; used especially of cold

9. s. harsh or corrosive in tone

10. s. one of the four basic taste sensations; sharp and disagreeable; like the taste of quinine

11. s. very difficult to accept or bear

12. v. make bitter