embitter

Meanings

• verb

  Make (someone) feel bitter or resentful, especially by causing them pain or disappointment.

  - "His harsh words embittered her against him."
  - "The failure of the project embittered the team."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with embitter
bitterer , lethargyter , terrifyter

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Variants

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embitter , embittered , embittering , embitterment , embitterments , embitters

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Etymology

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From Old French empoisonner, from empoison 'poison'; see poison.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'embitter' comes from the Old French word 'empoisonner', which means 'to poison'.

2. The word 'embitter' is often used in the context of relationships, especially when referring to the feelings of betrayal and resentment.

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Related Concepts

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1. bitterness: A feeling of deep resentment and anger, often caused by a sense of injustice or disappointment.

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Culture

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The word 'embitter' is often used in literature and art to describe the feelings of betrayal, anger, and resentment. In music, it can be found in song lyrics that express sadness and despair.

How to Memorize "embitter"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of adding a bitter substance to something, such as adding lemon juice to tea.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'embitter' with feelings of sadness, anger, and disappointment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'embitter' as 'make bitter' to help remember its meaning.

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