bitterly
Bitterly (adv) means In a bitter, resentful manner. Example: “He complained bitterly about the unfair decision.”
How to use bitterly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWith resentment or harshness, or as an intensifier meaning "extremely" (especially for cold or disappointment).
Word forms
more bitterly comparative, most bitterly superlative
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Etymology
From Old English biterlīce, formed from "bitter" plus the adverb suffix "-ly".
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What does “bitterly” mean?
The word “bitterly” means in a bitter, resentful manner. In plain terms, with resentment or harshness, or as an intensifier meaning "extremely" (especially for cold or disappointment).
How do you pronounce “bitterly”?
“Bitterly” is pronounced BIH-tuh-lee (/ˈbɪtəɹli/ in IPA).
How do you use “bitterly” in a sentence?
Here is “bitterly” used in a sentence: “He complained bitterly about the unfair decision.”
What part of speech is “bitterly”?
“Bitterly” is an adverb.
Where does the word “bitterly” come from?
The word “bitterly” comes from Old English. From Old English biterlīce, formed from "bitter" plus the adverb suffix "-ly".
Is “bitterly” a common word?
“Bitterly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “bitterly” have?
“Bitterly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a bitter, resentful manner.
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