- 1in a way that shows feelings of sadness or anger She wept bitterly. They complained bitterly. The development was bitterly opposed by the local community.
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- 2(describing unpleasant or sad feelings) extremely bitterly disappointed/ashamed
- 3bitterly cold very cold
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