adj.
1.marked by strong resentment or cynicism
2.very difficult to accept or bear
3.harsh or corrosive in tone
4.one of the four basic taste sensations
5.expressive of severe grief or regret
6.proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity
7.causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation bitter adv.
1.extremely and sharply bitter n.
1.English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft)
2.the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth
3.the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste bitter v.
1.make bitter
Idiom of the Day
clear the decks
to clear away things and prepare for action, to get out of the way
"Let`s clear the decks and get everyone out of the house so that we can begin work."