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Bitterly Adverb Bre ˈbɪtəli ˈbɪtərli Wept Complained Development

Word bitterly
WordType (adverb)
Phonetic BrE / ˈbɪtəli / NAmE / ˈbɪtərli /
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  • she wept bitterly.
  • they complained bitterly.
  • the development was bitterly opposed by the local community.
  • bitterly disappointed/ashamed
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bitterly

(adverb)BrE / ˈbɪtəli / NAmE / ˈbɪtərli /
  1. in a way that shows feelings of sadness or anger
    • She wept bitterly.
    • They complained bitterly.
    • The development was bitterly opposed by the local community.
  2. extremely
    • bitterly disappointed/ashamed
  3. very cold
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