[ˈbɪtə], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet
(e.g: raw berries have an intensely bitter flavour)

- feeling or showing anger, hurt, or resentment because of bad experiences or a sense of unjust treatment
(e.g: I don't feel jealous or bitter)

- painful or unpleasant to accept or contemplate
(e.g: today's decision has come as a bitter blow)

- (of wind or weather) intensely cold
(e.g: a bitter February night)


Phrases:
- to the bitter end

Origin:
Old English biter, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch and German bitter, and probably to bite

[ˈbɪtə], (Noun)

Definitions:
- beer that is strongly flavoured with hops and has a bitter taste, brewed by top fermentation
(e.g: a pint of bitter)

- alcohol flavoured with bitter plant extracts, used as an additive in cocktails or as a medicinal substance to promote appetite or digestion
(e.g: a dash of bitters)


Phrases:
- to the bitter end

Origin:
Old English biter, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch and German bitter, and probably to bite