adj
embittered
adj
1
Made bitter, resentful, or angry, usually because of a painful experience.
"The embittered former employee refused to speak well of the company."
"Years of disappointment left him embittered and distrustful."
How to Use Embittered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFeeling angry and resentful after being hurt or let down.
Common pairings
embittered by
grow embittered
an embittered rival
Word Forms
more embittered comparative, most embittered superlative
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