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Synonyms of bitter

9 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for bitter is caustic. Other synonyms of bitter are acrid, acerbic and sharp. The opposite of bitter is sweet.

Synonyms and similar words for bitter

adjectiveCynical and resentful.

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • acridSharp and harsh, or bitter and not to the taste.
  • causticSharp, bitter, cutting, biting, and sarcastic in a scathing way.
  • acerbSour, bitter, and harsh to the taste, such as unripe fruit.
  • acerbicTasting sour or bitter.
  • bittersomeMarked by bitterness.
  • sharpOffensive, critical, or acrimonious; stern or harsh.

nounMore synonyms

  • English pale aleAn English style of pale ale that varies in color from gold to dark amber, and in strength typically from 3% to 5.5%...
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Opposite of bitter

adjectiveAntonym(s) of “cynical and resentful”.

adjectiveMore antonyms

Meaning of bitter

  1. adjective Having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).
  2. adjective Harsh, piercing, acerbic or stinging.
  3. adjective Hateful or hostile.

Full definition of bitter

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Questions about synonyms of bitter

What is another word for bitter?
Bitter has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as caustic, acrid, acerbic and sharp.
What is the opposite of bitter?
The opposite of bitter is sweet.
What does bitter mean?
Bitter means having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).

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