Bitterness

Synonyms of bitterness

• acrimony
• resentment
• rancor

Antonyms of bitterness

• kindness
• forgiveness
• sweetness

Collocations of bitterness

bitterness and resentment

Frequency: 70 %

Her bitterness and resentment towards her ex-husband was palpable.

bitterness and anger

Frequency: 65 %

His bitterness and anger towards his former boss never seemed to fade.

bitterness and disappointment

Frequency: 60 %

The bitterness and disappointment in her voice was heartbreaking.

bitterness and regret

Frequency: 50 %

His bitterness and regret over his past decisions haunted him.

bitterness and envy

Frequency: 45 %

Her bitterness and envy towards her more successful classmates was evident.

Idiomatic Expressions for bitterness

• Phrase: bitter sweet
  Meaning: a mixture of happiness and sadness
  Usage: Leaving for college was a bitter sweet moment for the family.