Pronunciation

/bɪˈlɪtli/

Definitions

Adverb

• Pronunciation: /bɪˈlɪtli/
• Meaning: Expressing a strong degree of something, often with a sense of harshness or resentment. It can modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to emphasize the intensity of an emotion.

Phrases

• “Bitterly cold” describes a very cold temperature.
• “She felt bitterly disappointed.”
• “He regretted his decision bitterly.”

Example Sentences

• Adverb modifying a verb: “She worked bitterly all day to finish the project.”
• Adverb modifying an adjective: “The defeat was bitterly felt by the fans.”
• Adverb modifying another adverb: “He apologized bitterly for his earlier behavior.”

Synonyms

• Severely
• Harshly
• Acutely
• Sardonically
• With great resentment

Antonyms

• Sweetly
• Tenderly
• Gently
• Mildly
• Indifferently