bitter
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/ˈbɪtər/
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/ˈbɪtə(r)/
A taste that is not sweet and can be unpleasant.
The lemon was so sour it tasted bitter.
檸檬太酸了,嘗起來有點苦。
A situation full of anger and strong dislike.
The rivalry between the two teams was bitter.
兩支球隊之間的競爭非常激烈。
Feeling upset because something unfair happened to you.
He felt bitter about not getting the promotion.
他因為沒有得到晉升而感到憤憤不平。
A feeling of sadness that is very strong.
The news was a bitter shock to everyone.
這個消息對每個人來說都是一個沉重的打擊。
Very cold and not comfortable.
The wind was bitter cold.
風冷得刺骨。
A dark beer with a strong taste, popular in England and Wales.
I'd like to try a local bitter.
我想嘗試一下當地的苦味酒。
A strong-tasting alcohol made from plants, often added to drinks.
Add some bitters to the cocktail.
在雞尾酒裡加一些苦味酒。